A witness who testifies against the defendant is often given __________, meaning that no information they disclose can be used to bring criminal charges against them.

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Immunity is a legal protection given to a witness, meaning that they cannot be prosecuted based on the testimony they give. This encourages witnesses to come forward and provide evidence without fear of incriminating themselves. Testimony (B) simply refers to the act of giving evidence in court, while clearance (C) and a pardon (D) do not apply in this context.

A Witness Who Testifies Against the Defendant Is Often Given