DE HB165

Codifies prosecution's obligation under Brady v. Maryland to disclose evidence favorable to the accused that is material to guilt or punishment

Requires State to timely disclose all information that negates guilt, mitigates offense, impeaches government witnesses (including pending criminal charges and investigations against witnesses), or reduces likely punishment

Mandates disclosure of witness credibility information including relationships with Attorney General's office, prior cooperation history, employment investigations, and law enforcement officer credibility records

Establishes 45-day disclosure deadline prior to trial unless protective order is sought, with continuing duty to disclose additional information before, during, and after trial

Provides court enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance including discovery orders, continuances, evidence exclusion, mistrial, dismissal, cost reimbursement, and contempt powers