Officer In Court Flashcards
When should you contact the DA?
A week before trail
Confirm dates and times
Discuss areas of special concern
Check status if physical evidence
What should you do upon a receipt of a subpoena?
Carefully review case file/ all cases related
Review and locate evidence
Make copied of tapes, photos and provide to DA
Contact DA
What should you be aware of on the day if the trail?
Attire
Be on time
Bring copy if your report/records
What are some facts about straight forward cases?
Will involve minimal pretrial contact between the officer and DA
What should you do before and after you testify?
Wait outside so bailiff can find you
Be on time ready to go
Discuss special concerns with DA
Be aware of persons around you
What is the proper procedure to presenting physical evidence in court?
Make sure evidence is retrieved from evidence storage and bring into court
All necessary paperwork attached
Give evidence to prosecutor
Be aware of evidentiary foundation issues
What is the proper procedure to presenting visual aids?
Go over presentation with prosecutor
Wait for permission from judge
Ensure judge, jury can see
What are representing states interest proceedings?
Presenting your own case
Traffic and criminal violation proceedings
