Colville Confederated Tribes v. Marchand

The Panel has reviewed the record and the briefs filed in this case and unanimously finds the Appeal suitable for decision without oral argument. The Appellant is represented by Jacquelyn F. Finley, Office of Prosecuting Attorney; the Appellee is represented by David Stevens, Office of Public Defender.

SUMMARY

The Appeal before the Court involves a matter of first impression in this jurisdiction. In criminal prosecutions the Tribes is obligated to turn over to the defendant all evidence to be used at trial, especially evidence which may be exculpatory of any offense charged. When, however,…