Synonyms for the term non-prosecutions include exemption, immunity, acquittal, dismissal, and pardon. If a legal case is dismissed, it means that the charges against the person have been dropped and they are free from any associated penalties or punishments. An acquittal is similar in that it means that the person has been declared innocent in a court of law and therefore cannot be prosecuted. Immunity and exemption are often used in cases where someone is protected from prosecution due to their status or position. A pardon is a legal act that allows a person to be forgiven for a crime they have committed, and all associated penalties are lifted.