In Defense of the Grand Jury (Part 3): Disclosure of Exculpatory Information
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During the course of a grand jury investigation, a federal prosecutor may learn information favorable to the defense, perhaps even suggesting that the target of the investigation is innocent of any crime. What are the rules concerning disclosure of exculpatory information to the grand jury? And beyond what the rules require, what are the best practices a prosecutor should follow?
In Defense of the Grand Jury (Part 3): Disclosure of Exculpatory Information
In Defense of the Grand Jury (Part 3…
In Defense of the Grand Jury (Part 3): Disclosure of Exculpatory Information
During the course of a grand jury investigation, a federal prosecutor may learn information favorable to the defense, perhaps even suggesting that the target of the investigation is innocent of any crime. What are the rules concerning disclosure of exculpatory information to the grand jury? And beyond what the rules require, what are the best practices a prosecutor should follow?