This policy is not a substitute for researching the legal issues that may arise in an individual case.
#Discovery all timely trial#
The policy, however, recognizes that other interests, such as witness security and national security, are also critically important, see JM 9-21.000, and that if disclosure prior to trial might jeopardize these interests, disclosure may be delayed or restricted ( e.g. pursuant to the Classified Information Procedures Act).
The policy is intended to ensure timely disclosure of an appropriate scope of exculpatory and impeachment information so as to ensure that trials are fair. Purpose. Consistent with applicable federal statutes, rules, and case law, the policy set forth here is intended to promote regularity in disclosure practices, through the reasoned and guided exercise of prosecutorial judgment and discretion by attorneys for the government, with respect to the government's obligation both to disclose exculpatory and impeachment information to criminal defendants and to seek a just result in every case.Policy Regarding the Disclosure to Prosecutors of Potential Impeachment Information Concerning Law Enforcement Agency Witnesses ("Giglio Policy")Īuthorization to Close Judicial Proceedings to Members of the Press and Publicĩ-5.001 - Policy Regarding Disclosure of Exculpatory and Impeachment Information Guidance on the Use, Preservation, and Disclosure of Electronic Communications in Federal Criminal Cases
Policy Regarding Disclosure of Exculpatory and Impeachment InformationĬriminal Discovery Involving Forensic Evidence and Experts
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