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Paralegal

Category - Ethics

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What must a lawyer do if the lawyer learns that the lawyer’s client or a witness called by the lawyer gave false evidence?
  1. Call or recall the client or witness to the stand and cross-examine the client or witness.
  2. Take reasonable steps to correct the trial record.
  3. Withdraw as counsel of record in the case.
  4. Do nothing.
Explanation
Answer: B - Take reasonable steps to correct the trial record. “If a lawyer, the lawyer’s client, or a witness called by the lawyer, has offered material evidence and the lawyer comes to know of its falsity, the lawyer shall take reasonable remedial [that is, corrective] measures . . . .” Model Rule 3.3(a)(3). Answer B is correct because it accurately states the requirement in Rule 3.3(a)(3).
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