Chapter 5 Trial Preparation: Strategy and Tactics

Index

• 5.1 Preparation after the Factual Inquiry
• 5.2 Pretrial Hearings
• 5.3 The Discovery Process
• 5.4 Obtaining and Reviewing Documents
• 5.5 Trial Strategy and Tactics
• 5.6 Jury Trial or Bench Trial
• 5.7 Evidence
• 5.8 Cross-examination
• 5.9 Defenses Using the Statutory Framework
• 5.10 Decision to Appeal
• 5.11 Post-trial
• Appendix 5-1 Checklist for Bail Determinations (form Dc-327)
• Appendix 5-2 Impoundment Notice
• Appendix 5-3 Motion to Suppress
• Appendix 5-4 Memorandum in Support of Motion to Suppress
• Appendix 5-5 Notice and Motion for Discovery
• Appendix 5-6 Order for Discovery
• Appendix 5-7 Model Circuit Court Discovery Order
• Appendix 5-8 Defendant’s Motion to Compel Discovery
• Appendix 5-9 Motion for Bill of Particulars (general District Court)
• Appendix 5-10 Motion for Bill of Particulars (circuit Court)
• Appendix 5-11 Objection to Introduction of Certificate of Analysis
• Appendix 5-12 Sample Closing Letter (long Form)
• Appendix 5-13 Sample Closing Letter (short Form)