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BRADY MATERIAL

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Criminal Law; Made famous by the case of Brady v. Maryland, this term refers to evidence that is beneficial or exculpatory to a criminal defendant and known by the prosecution. Such evidence must be turned over by the prosecution to the defendant and failure to do so would be a violation of due process. Take note that failure to do so does not automatically result in the reversal of a criminal conviction.

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