Which of the following is included in automatic disclosures for TC?

• A. All Allied papers
• B. Exculpatory evidence
• C. Names/contact info for findings witnesses
• D. All of the above: allied papers; exculpatory evidence; names/contact info of witnesses used to rebut alibi, lack of mental responsibility, or innocent ingestion; names/contact info for findings witnesses; evidence of prior convictions

Answer: (D)

Automatic disclosures are about giving the defense information that could help prove innocence or cast doubt on the government’s case without being asked. The Trial Counsel must reveal related or allied papers, any exculpatory evidence, and the identities and contact information for witnesses the government plans to use, including those who will rebut an alibi, challenge a lack of mental responsibility, or contest an innocent ingestion defense. It also covers the contacts for findings witnesses and any evidence of prior convictions that could affect credibility. Since all of these categories are required to be disclosed automatically, the comprehensive option is correct.