Disclosure Before Interview

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Limited pre-interview disclosure
What facts tell you that the police give limited pre-interview disclosure, and what procedural stage are you in?
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Assess disclosure sufficiency
What is the first practical step a defence solicitor should take before advising on disclosure before interview?
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Spot tactical withholding
Talk through the rule path for disclosure before interview, including the decision-maker, test and timing point.
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Record advice and requests
How would you explain the client's options and risks in plain language?
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Use weak disclosure safely
What is the common trap here, and what safer distinction prevents it?
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Building block 6
The police give only a vague allegation and want an immediate interview. Explain how disclosure affects your advice.

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Disclosure Before Interview

Guided prompts in this topic

Limited pre-interview disclosure

Assess disclosure sufficiency

Spot tactical withholding

Record advice and requests

Use weak disclosure safely

Building block 6