Prosecutors must notify defense attorneys whenever an officer involved in their case has a record of knowingly lying in an official capacity.

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This is required under the landmark Supreme Court case of Brady v. Maryland, which established that the prosecution has a duty to disclose exculpatory evidence, including evidence of a police officer's credibility issues, to the defense. Failure to disclose Brady material can result in a new trial or even a dismissal of the case.

Prosecutors Must Notify Defense Attorneys Whenever an Officer Involved in Their