Citation

Holmgren BK. J. Aggression Maltreat. Trauma 2001; 5(1): 275-339.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J146v05n01_15

PMID

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Abstract

This article discusses many of the significant legal, investigative and medical issues encountered when Shaken Baby Syndrome cases are prosecuted in court. Heavy emphasis is placed on trial strategies and techniques including theme development and motive evidence, opening and closing statements, lay and expert witness testimony, meeting untrue defenses and cross-examination of defense experts, and effective use of demonstration slides. Emphasis is also placed on the initial preparation of the case including coordination of a multidisciplinary response to the investigation, development of background investigation information to supplement medical findings and discovery of "prior bad acts" evidence, difficulties in making appropriate charging decisions, and pre-trial motion practice.

Language: en