Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

robbery charge

My brother needs to know if he is entitled to the motion for discovery for his case. His court appointed lawyer is saying no, he is not. Please help.


Asked on 8/21/07, 3:05 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: robbery charge

Yes, normally defendants in criminal cases in all U.S. jurisdictions may file motions to discover whatever discoverable evidentiary material that the prosecution may have in its possession, and to request that such materials, as required under the applicable rules of evidence, be turned over to the defense.

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Answered on 8/21/07, 10:27 pm


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