Asked by Erika Johnson on Apr 26, 2024
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In regards to the timing of prosecution's pretrial disclosure of evidence to the defense ______.
A) courts are in agreement as to the timing as there are precise standards
B) courts are not in agreement as to the timing because the standards lack precision
C) courts require a hearing before disclosure can be made
D) courts have stated that judges must determine individually when disclosure must occur,and that date needs to be set prior to each trial
Pretrial Disclosure
Pretrial disclosure refers to the process where parties involved in a legal case must share information and evidence with each other before the trial begins, as part of ensuring a fair trial.
Standards Lack Precision
indicates that certain criteria or benchmarks are not clearly defined or are too vague, leading to inconsistency and ambiguity in their application or interpretation.
- Understand the regulations governing the behavior of prosecutors, attorneys, and the judiciary.
Verified Answer
CN
Chizoba NnakweApr 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
While there are general guidelines for pretrial disclosure of evidence, such as the Brady rule, there is no precise standard for the timing of disclosure. The courts have not reached a consensus on when exactly the prosecution must disclose evidence to the defense, leading to differing practices and interpretations across jurisdictions.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the regulations governing the behavior of prosecutors, attorneys, and the judiciary.