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Prosecution Exhibit Labels by Jurisdiction

ExhibitPrep's Prosecution Exhibit template automatically formats the correct label for your state:

STATE'S EXHIBIT

Used in most states:

Texas, Florida, Ohio, Georgia, New Jersey, Arizona, North Carolina, and most other jurisdictions

PEOPLE'S EXHIBIT

Cases styled "People v.":

New York, California, Illinois, Michigan, Colorado

COMMONWEALTH'S EXHIBIT

Commonwealth states:

Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Virginia, Kentucky

Select your jurisdiction once in the template dropdown—ExhibitPrep remembers your preference.

Defense Exhibits: Letters, Not Numbers

By convention, prosecution exhibits use numbers (1, 2, 3) while defense exhibits use letters (A, B, C). This prevents confusion during trial when both sides reference exhibits.

  • Prosecution: "State's Exhibit 1" / "People's Exhibit 2"
  • Defense: "Defense Exhibit A" / "Defense Exhibit B"

ExhibitPrep's Defense Exhibit template defaults to letter labels. Auto-increment from A→B→C→...→Z→AA→AB and beyond.

Trial is in Two Weeks and Discovery Just Arrived...

Police reports, witness statements, and booking records need review

Surveillance footage needs key frames extracted and labeled

Multiple witnesses require separate impeachment exhibits

Defense exhibits must be organized by theory and theme

ExhibitPrep helps you present a clear, organized defense.

Organize Every Type of Defense Evidence

Discovery Documents

  • Police reports and arrest records
  • Lab reports and forensic analysis
  • Chain of custody documentation

Great for: Procedural defense exhibits

Witness Materials

  • Witness statements and depositions
  • Prior inconsistent statements
  • Character evidence documents

Great for: Cross-examination exhibits

Video & Photo Evidence

  • Surveillance footage key frames
  • Body camera stills
  • Scene photographs

Great for: Visual timeline exhibits

Alibi & Defense Theory

  • Alibi witness statements
  • Phone records and GPS data
  • Expert witness reports

Great for: Defense case-in-chief

Criminal Trial Templates

Prosecution Exhibit

Dropdown to select State's, People's, or Commonwealth's based on your jurisdiction. Numbered exhibits (1, 2, 3...).

Use for: Government evidence you're referencing

Defense Exhibit

Lettered exhibits (A, B, C...) per defense convention. Clearly distinguished from prosecution exhibits.

Use for: All defense evidence and documents

Demonstrative Exhibit

For charts, timelines, and visual aids that illustrate testimony but aren't admitted as evidence.

Use for: Jury presentation aids

Joint Exhibit

For exhibits both prosecution and defense stipulate to authenticity and admissibility.

Use for: Stipulated evidence

Trial-Ready Exhibits: 4 Steps, 30 Minutes

1

Upload Discovery Materials

Drag and drop police reports, witness statements, photos, and document scans. ExhibitPrep handles all common file types.

Pro tip: Upload entire discovery folders at once—ExhibitPrep preserves your organization.

2

Organize by Defense Theme

Group documents by your defense theory—alibi evidence, impeachment materials, procedural issues.

Pro tip: Organize exhibits in the order you plan to introduce them during trial.

3

Apply Defendant Exhibit Labels

Choose your label format and apply stamps to all documents with one click. Preview each to verify placement.

Pro tip: Use "Defendant's Exhibit" prefix to clearly distinguish from prosecution exhibits.

4

Download Your Exhibit Binder

Generate individual files for courtroom use or a combined PDF for trial preparation review.

Pro tip: Create a combined PDF for your trial binder—it helps during witness examination.

Attorney-Client Privilege Protected

Criminal defense cases require the highest level of confidentiality. ExhibitPrep processes all documents locally in your browser—sensitive case materials never leave your device.

  • No server uploads—files never leave your computer
  • No cloud storage—data cleared when browser closes
  • No account required—complete anonymity

What Defense Exhibit Prep Actually Costs

ApproachSoftware CostTime per CaseLabor Cost*
Manual Preparation4-5 hours$280-350
Adobe Acrobat Pro$240/year2-3 hours$140-210
ExhibitPrep$14.99 day pass30 minutes$35
* Labor calculated at $70/hour criminal defense paralegal rate

Save $250+ on every case.

More time for case strategy, less time on document formatting.

See criminal defense Exhibit Stamping in Action

Watch how to organize criminal defense exhibits with auto D-prefix labeling per FRE 901 for discovery materials, police reports, and expert testimony.

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Questions Defense Attorneys Ask

How do I organize discovery materials for trial?

Upload all discovery documents, then organize by your defense themes. Group alibi evidence together, impeachment materials separately, and chain of custody documents in sequence.

Can I include surveillance video stills as exhibits?

Yes. ExhibitPrep accepts image files (JPG, PNG) and converts them to PDF with your exhibit stamp. Extract key frames from video and upload directly.

How should I label defendant exhibits?

Use "Defendant Exhibit" prefix with sequential numbering (A, B, C or 1, 2, 3). ExhibitPrep supports custom prefixes to match your jurisdiction requirements.

Is my client information secure?

Absolutely. ExhibitPrep processes everything locally in your browser—files are never uploaded to any server. Critical for attorney-client privilege and sensitive case materials.

Can I prepare exhibits for multiple co-defendants?

Yes. Create separate exhibit sets for each defendant with distinct prefixes. This helps maintain clear attribution during joint trials.

What if I receive additional discovery after stamping?

Upload new documents and continue your sequence. The $14.99 Day Pass covers unlimited stamping for 24 hours—add and reorganize as the case develops.

Your Defense, Organized

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