Obtaining Police Statements Guide

Summary

To obtain police statements made by your accuser for trial, file a motion for discovery to compel the prosecution to provide evidence. You can also issue a subpoena duces tecum to the police department for the records. Consulting an attorney can ensure proper protocol and strengthen your motion.

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I would like to know how to go about requiring statements made to police by my accuser for use in a trial.
To obtain statements made to police by your accuser for use in a trial, you can follow these steps:
- Request Discovery: File a motion for discovery in your case. This compels the prosecution to provide evidence, including statements.
- Subpoena: Issue a subpoena duces tecum to the police department for the records.
- Consult an Attorney: An attorney can ensure proper protocol and strengthen your motion.
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