How to Get Disclosure for Criminal Charges in Edmonton
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What is Disclosure?
Disclosure is all the evidence the Crown prosecutor is using to make their case against you. Disclosure packages usually include things like copies of police notes and witness statements. If you have a criminal record, that will also be included.
Why do I want Disclosure?
Knowing what the Crown prosecutor knows makes it easier to defend yourself and understand the charges against you. The disclosure package contains a lot of important information that will make it easier to discuss your case with Duty Counsel or a lawyer.
How can I get Disclosure?
You can make a request to the Crown prosecutor’s office to find out what evidence there is about your charge. In Edmonton it requires filling out a form which asks for your:
- Name
- Date of birth
- Charge(s)
- Docket number
- Court date and the courtroom it’s in next
- Signature.
- You can get this form from LInC (address)
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A DISCLOSURE REQUEST FORM. Once this form is completed it can be dropped off at the Crown prosecutor’s office:
Brownlee Building
10365 97 Street
Edmonton, AB
Disclosure packages are usually ready within 7-10 days, so you’ll have go back to Brownlee to check. They will not call you to tell you the package is ready.
You will need photo identification when you go to pick up your disclosure package.
