You are a prosecutor and are preparing for an upcoming trial. This is a case of arson, and the defendant is accused of setting fire to a barn, causing it to burn to the ground. According to the Brady decision, what are you obligated to do with the shoeprint information?
A)Brady did not relate to this question.
B)You are required to share the evidence with the defense.
C)You are required to alert the judge.
D)You do not need to provide it to anyone but you may not use it in the trial.

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The Brady decision mandates that prosecutors must disclose exculpatory evidence to the defense. This includes any evidence that might exonerate the defendant, such as shoeprint information that could potentially point to someone else as the perpetrator or otherwise be favorable to the defendant's case.

You Are a Prosecutor and Are Preparing for an Upcoming