if the prosecutor lied to the jury about evidence that was in the discovery what should i do?.
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if the prosecutor lied to the jury about evidence that was in the discovery what should i do?.
Asked on May 3, 2009 under Criminal Law, Maryland
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Your version of what is a lie may be inaccurate. If you have solid and I mean solid evidence he lied to the jury (i.e., falsified discovery), then talk to your lawyer. This should have been something your lawyer should have objected to at trial. If the prosecutor merely talked during opening or closing to the jury, he can say what he wants as long as he is not presenting evidence during the opening or closing.
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