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Police investigate an incident, prosecutors charge a suspect, and the defendant challenges a key part of the case. A fatal assault followed a sudden confrontation after prior threats. One party invokes ordinary practice in the field, while the other argues that the practice was unreasonable in this setting.
Before trial or judgment, the defendant asks the court to limit the prosecution's case or alter the charge; the prosecution argues that the challenged fact does not change the result.
How should the court rule? Discuss the strongest arguments for the defendant and the prosecution, and explain the likely effect on the charge, evidence, trial, or sentence.