Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Immunity Provisions — Section 308 of the 1999 Constitution — Scope of Immunity from Investigation

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Section 308 immunity does not bar police investigation. The police have a duty to investigate and preserve evidence. Evidence may be lost if not preserved during the protected period. The investigation may serve impeachment purposes or future prosecution after office. The principle prevents the immunity…

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