MEDFORD — The judge in state Representative Carlos Henriquez’s assault and battery trial issued sanctions against the prosecution for failing to provide evidence sought by the defense, which came to light during the trial Thursday.
“I think everyone involved in this case wants to ensure that Mr. Henriquez does have a fair and impartial trial,” said Judge Michele Hogan, who said “the prejudice is not irreparable.”
In the sanctions, Hogan said the prosecution would need to make available its witnesses to return to the stand and said both sides had agreed to stipulate certain statements.
Stephanie Soriano-Mills, Henriquez’s lawyer, sought dismissal of charges against the Dorchester Democrat after Arlington inspector Edward DeFrancisco produced in testimony Thursday a report that had not been given to the defense.