Federal Rule 16 Discovery Lawyers

Federal Pre-Trial Procedures

NationwidePre-Trial Procedures

Rule 16 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure governs the specific discovery obligations of both the prosecution and defense in federal criminal cases.

Government's Obligations

  • Defendant's oral and written statements
  • Defendant's prior record
  • Documents, photographs, and tangible objects
  • Reports of examinations and tests
  • Expert witness summaries

Defense Obligations

Understanding Rule 16 is critical for effective federal criminal defense.

  • Documents and tangible objects the defense intends to use
  • Reports of examinations and tests
  • Expert witness summaries

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