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Can a defense attorney hide evidence in a legal case?
No, a defense attorney cannot legally hide evidence in a legal case. They are required to disclose all relevant evidence to ensure a fair trial.
Can a defense attorney effectively defend themselves in court?
No, a defense attorney cannot effectively defend themselves in court as it may create a conflict of interest and compromise their ability to provide unbiased representation.
Evidence favorable to the accused that must be provided by the prosecutor to the defense attorney is called?
Exculpatory evidence
What are the six arguments a defense attorney can use as a defense against a criminal indictment?
cross contaminated evidence...
What happens if someone requests evidence in court but the prosecutors fail to present it?
You cannot "request evidence." If the prosecution does not introduce it at trial then there is nothing for the defense to request. If the defense has its own evidence they may introduce that. During the 'discovery' phase of the trial both sides will have, should have, listed all the evidence they intended to introduce. However, the failure of one side or the other to actually introduce it does not open the door for the opposition to demand that it be introduced.
What is the defense attorney role in plea bargaining?
The role of a defense attorney is to represent and defend individuals or organizations who have been accused of a crime. This includes investigating the case, gathering evidence, negotiating plea deals, and representing their client in court. The defense attorney's ultimate goal is to ensure that their client receives a fair trial and the best possible outcome.
When you do get the evidence against you fter being arrested for felony?
YOU never "get" the evidence. Your defense attorney will have it disclosed to him during the "discovery phase" of the preliminaries to your trial.
Does a defense attorney have to disclose evidence to the prosecution?
Yes, a defense attorney is generally required to disclose evidence to the prosecution if it is relevant to the case and could potentially impact the outcome of the trial. This is known as the duty of disclosure and is a key aspect of ensuring a fair trial for all parties involved.
In the process of a prosecuting attorney must show the defense attorney all of the evidence gathered against the accused and provide a list of the witnesses that will be called to testify against the?
In the legal process, the prosecuting attorney is required to disclose evidence and witness lists to the defense attorney as part of the discovery process. This ensures transparency and allows the defense an opportunity to prepare a case and challenge the prosecution's evidence. The exchange of this information helps uphold the defendant's right to a fair trial by enabling them to understand the charges and prepare an adequate defense. Failure to comply with these disclosure requirements can result in legal repercussions for the prosecution.
Does the prosecution and the defense present evidence?
Yes, both the prosecution and the defense present evidence in a trial. The prosecution presents evidence to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, while the defense presents evidence to create doubt or support the defendant's innocence. Both sides have the opportunity to call witnesses, introduce documents or physical evidence, and present arguments to support their case.
Can an opposing attorney be a witness?
Yes, they can. Typically a defense attorney will subpoena the witness, but the attorney may request that the court order the witness to remain in the court after testifying for the state. This assumes there is evidence the witness has to offer that cannot be brought out on cross examination of them for some reason. The better practice is to issue a subpoena.
What is the duration of Attorney for the Defense?
The duration of Attorney for the Defense is 1.17 hours.
