In order to use testimony from a jailhouse informant, prosecutors will now have to
A) independently verify all informant testimony with at least two other witnesses.
B) share with the defense attorneys the criminal history of the jailhouse informant and anything offered to the informant in return for his or her testimony.
C) use aliases in all documents to protect the privacy of the informant.
D) There are no restrictions on using testimony from a jailhouse informant.

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Sharing the criminal history and any benefits offered to the jailhouse informant with the defense allows for a more fair trial and allows the defense to cross-examine the informant and question their motives for providing testimony. This helps to prevent wrongful convictions and ensures a more just legal system.

In Order to Use Testimony from a Jailhouse Informant, Prosecutors