US-CA9 · jury_instructions
9th Cir. Model Jury Instr. (Criminal) 3.10
Government’s Use of Undercover Agents and Informants
You have heard testimony from [an undercover agent] [an informant] who was involved in the government’s investigation in this case. Law enforcement officials may engage in stealth and deception, such as the use of informants and undercover agents, to investigate criminal activities. Undercover agents and informants may use false names and appearances and assume the roles of members in criminal organizations.
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- 2026-08-20
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