Q: Can I get the video footage that is being used as evidence against me that The officer obtained from local buisiness?
I am being charged with disorderly conduct Hazardous/ Physical Offense(M3). which I just found out about by receiving a summons in the mail? I dont have representation at this time but I would like to get a copy of the video footage this officer claims to have as evidence as soon as possible.
A:
In summary cases there is no real authority that grants discovery. That being said where it is available judges often can order it. You can write a letter to the court requesting discovery and make sure you serve the police department. Dont reference the facts of the case, make admissions or arguments. That may get you something but in all likelihood t
You wont get avvess to the video prior to trial.
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