Written motions are called petitions. Below is a list of some of the most common motions made by both sides in a criminal case before and after trial. Match the definition in the numbered column with the term in the lettered column.
-A motion that is filed by the defense,asks the court to allow the defendant's lawyers to view the evidence that the prosecution intends
to present at trial.

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A motion for discovery is filed by the defense to request access to evidence that the prosecution intends to present at trial.

Answer: A
 A motion to dismiss charges is a request made by the defense to the court to dismiss the charges against the defendant.

Answer: B
 A motion for continuance is a request made by either the prosecution or defense to postpone a trial or hearing to another date.

Answer: D
 A motion to suppress evidence is filed by either the prosecution or defense to request that certain evidence be excluded from trial because it was obtained illegally or in violation of the defendant's rights.

Written Motions Are Called Petitions