California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Camacho, H043233 (Cal. App. 2017):
"A defendant has a 'right to the names and addresses of prosecution witnesses and a right to have an opportunity to interview those witnesses if they are willing to be interviewed.' [Citation.]" (People v. Panah (2005) 35 Cal.4th 395, 458, italics omitted (Panah).) However, discovery of a witness's identifying information may be limited out of concern for the witness's safety if "good cause is shown." ( 1054.7.) " 'Good cause' is limited to threats or possible danger to the safety of a victim or witness, possible loss or destruction of evidence, or possible compromise of other investigations by law enforcement." (Ibid.) Protective orders made under section 1054.7 are subject to review for abuse of discretion. (Panah, supra, at p. 458.)
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