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1. Privileges and immunities under this Agreement are granted in the interests of the good administration of justice and not for the personal benefit of the individuals themselves. Such privileges and immunities may be waived in accordance with Article 48, paragraph 5 of the Statute and there is a duty to do so in any case where they would impede the course of justice and can be waived without prejudice to the purpose for which they are accorded.
2. In addition to Article 48, paragraph 5 of the Statute, the following rules shall apply to the Court concerning waiver of privileges and immunities:
a) The privileges and immunities of personnel recruited locally and not otherwise covered by this Article may be waived by the head of the organ of the Court employing such personnel.
b) The privileges and immunities of counsel and persons assisting defence counsel, witnesses and victims, legal representatives of victims, and other persons required to be present at the seat of the Court, may be waived by the Presidency.
c) The privileges and immunities of experts may be waived by the head of the organ of the Court appointing the expert.