Federal Criminal Discovery

The book thoroughly covers each of the different methods of discovery available to the government and the defense in federal criminal cases. It serves as an invaluable resource for judges, academics, prosecutors, and defense lawyers by providing an exhaustive discussion on the statutory and constitutional bases for discovery, and by covering the existing law fairly while examining both sides of the issues.

Specific topics include:
• The defendant's constitutional right to obtain exculpatory evidence under Brady v. Maryland
• Rule 16 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure
• The discoverability of witness statements
• Subpoenas for documents
• Additional federal rules and statutes that address discovery rights and obligations
• The court's inherent authority to order discovery in criminal cases
• Ethical rules and Justice Department policies that impact disclosure obligations
• Restriction of criminal discovery in appropriate cases
• Local practice in U.S. District Courts
• Policy reform
• Enforcement and Sanctions