The Defense May Not Participate in Discovery If the Judge

question 8

Multiple Choice

The defense may not participate in discovery if the judge determines which of the following?

• A)That the defense is simply on a "fishing expedition" in an effort to see what is being held by the prosecution.
• B)That the defense failed to make a formal request to participate in discovery.
• C)When the defense improperly filed a motion or notice of intent to participate in discovery.
• D)The evidence the defense is seeking is irrelevant to the defendant's guilt or innocence.

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