absolute immunity
- The type of protection that shields an individual entirely from being held personally responsible in civil legal matters, irrespective of any prerequisites such as acting in good faith
- While testifying in court, a witness is granted absolute immunity to avoid any civil lawsuits arising from their testimony.
- Certain public officials enjoy absolute immunity to protect them from being sued for actions taken in the performance of their duties.
- In some instances under law, absolute immunity is provided to prevent legal liabilities for actions done within specific roles.
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