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Definition: Protection from criminal prosecution granted to a witness who provides testimony or evidence. Transactional immunity (full protection from prosecution for the crime testified about) or use immunity (testimony cannot be used against the witness).
Category: Defenses · Statute: F.S. 914.04 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Immunity from Prosecution in Florida
Protection from criminal prosecution granted to a witness who provides testimony or evidence. Transactional immunity (full protection from prosecution for the crime testified about) or use immunity (testimony cannot be used against the witness).
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