competent authority.
In any criminal proceeding, other than a grand jury proceeding, the
court is a competent authority to confer immunity in accordance with the
provisions of section 50.20, but only when expressly requested by the
district attorney to do so.
Structure New York Laws
Title C - General Principles Relating to Requirements for and Exemptions From Criminal Prosecution
Article 50 - Compulsion of Evidence by Offer of Immunity
50.10 - Compulsion of Evidence by Offer of Immunity; Definitions of Terms.
50.20 - Compulsion of Evidence by Offer of Immunity.
50.30 - Authority to Confer Immunity in Criminal Proceedings; Court a Competent Authority.