👉 Parliamentariness, also known as parliamentary immunity, is a principle in constitutional law that allows individuals to remain free from criminal prosecution or arrest unless they are convicted of a crime. This principle is often used by governments and political parties to maintain their power and influence over elections and legislative processes. In the United States, for example, the term "parliamentariness" refers to the idea that members of Congress (i.e., elected representatives) do not have to be present in person before they
