If an informant serving time or awaiting sentencing conjures up stories to support a prosecutor's theory in exchange for some consideration, it is considered

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This is known as snitch testimony or jailhouse informant testimony. It is considered a controversial and unreliable practice in criminal trials, as the informant may have a motive to lie or fabricate information to receive a reduced sentence or other benefits.

If an Informant Serving Time or Awaiting Sentencing Conjures Up