For someone facing criminal prosecution, immunity sounds great—and it can be. But immunity often has limits and caveats. Read about them here, and check out our material on The Privilege Against Self-Incrimination.
Getting Immunity in Exchange for Testimony
There are two kinds of immunity. Learn when a witness can take the Fifth and what type of immunity a prosecutor might offer in exchange for their testimony.
What Immunity Means for a Witness
Immunity from prosecution is an important tool for prosecutors. They can offer immunity to witnesses for all types of crimes, even serious ones like kidnapping and murder.