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Transactional immunity is a legal concept that provides a witness with complete exemption from prosecution for any crime about which they testify as a result of the immunity grant. This differs from use immunity, where the witness's testimony cannot be used against them, but they can still be prosecuted using other evidence. Transactional immunity is granted by a public prosecutor to compel a witness's cooperation in exchange for their testimony against other suspected criminals. This legal protection ensures that individuals can provide crucial testimony without fear of self-incrimination.1

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