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A quick definition of immunity:

Immunity means that someone is protected from getting in trouble for something they did. This can happen in different situations, like when someone is being investigated for a crime or when they are being sued in court. Sometimes, people like government officials or diplomats can have immunity because of their job. Immunity is like a special rule that says someone can't be punished for something they did.

A more thorough explanation:

Immunity is a legal protection that prevents a person from being punished or facing legal action. This protection can be granted in different situations, such as criminal cases, civil cases, administrative proceedings, and legislative inquiries.

  • A witness may be granted immunity from prosecution in exchange for their testimony in a criminal case.
  • A government official may have immunity from being sued for actions taken in their official capacity.
  • A diplomat may have diplomatic immunity, which means they cannot be arrested or prosecuted in the country they are serving in.

These examples illustrate how immunity can be granted in different situations to protect individuals from legal consequences. In the case of a witness, immunity may be granted to encourage them to provide information that could be helpful in a criminal investigation. In the case of a government official, immunity may be granted to ensure they can perform their duties without fear of being sued. In the case of a diplomat, immunity may be granted to protect them from being harassed or arrested while serving in a foreign country.

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HopefullyInLawSchool
16:12
@RoaldDahl: Likely not however it could mean nothing
RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
pinkandblue
16:31
fart
IrishDinosaur
16:36
Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
any cardozo movement?
BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
12:11
I got the same NDLS email
OrangeThing
12:18
I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
19:50
when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
0:30
how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
Right. Broken links smh
I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
The profile links are not working for me. anybody else?
13:18
i’m in the same boat mastermonkey but with lower stats. i hope i hear back by mid march
CheeseIsMyLoveLanguage
13:24
@mastermonkey45: Looking at some of the recent decisions in relation to when they went complete, I'd say it's a good sign. It seems many declines were sent within about 5-6 weeks of completion. Given those were applications that were SENT in January, I'd say that means you're still solidly in the running. :)
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