Prosecution’s Pre-trial Preparation in Criminal Cases
Lawyers should stay ahead of their opponents and should be able to anticipate, among others, possible defenses, possible defense witnesses, the attitude of the defense counsel, and the behavior of the judge. Today, David Serna, an attorney with invaluable experience and unmatched skill, advises on what to expect during trial. 1. Defenses of the opponent In criminal cases, there are only a few valid and legitimate defenses that may be raised by the defendant. Some of the most usual defenses are the following: - The identity of the defendant (more commonly known as the “Some Other Dude Did It” defense or SODDI, in short) - Innocence, such as self-defense, insanity, or necessity - Lack of evidence - The witness or evide...