This tip comes from Ellen Sarmiento, a Supervising Assistant City Attorney of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office. Ellen has served as the supervisor of the Metropolitan Court in Los Angeles for many years. Located in downtown LA, Ellen’s staff has prosecuted DRE cases since the beginning of the DRE program.
Having an “independent recollection” of an incident enhances your credibility with the judge and jury. By documenting something unique about the person, your independent recollection may be triggered. For example, if the suspect was wearing colorful socks, or had a visible gold tooth, including these facts in your report will help you remember the facts of the incident.
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