Bill > S915

This bill aims to ensure an open files policy by requiring the Commonwealth and law enforcement to make all files related to a defendant's case available to the defense counsel in their entirety. Key provisions include: (1) the court shall order the Commonwealth to provide the defendant with complete files from all law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies involved in the case, including the defendant's and co-defendants' statements, witness statements, investigative notes, and test results; (2) the Commonwealth must provide notice and materials for any expert witnesses it plans to call; (3) the Commonwealth must provide a list of all other witnesses it expects to call at trial, with some exceptions; and (4) any person who willfully omits or misrepresents required information is subject to imprisonment.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S915