Disclosing the Truth
How are disclosure of evidence failures affecting justice in the magistrates' courts?
File on 4 Investigates · BBC Radio 4
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Show Notes
The Police and the Crown Prosecution Service have been accused of failing to disclose important information in several recent high profile sexual assault cases.
But Allan Urry asks if the current disquiet about disclosure should also extend to the Magistrates' Courts where almost all criminal cases start off. Some defence lawyers say evidence that could be helpful to their clients' cases is being with-held and are they're concerned that justice isn't always being served.
Reporter: Allan Urry Producer: Alys Harte Editor: Gail Champion.