Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding criminal proceedings and discovery in adversarial jurisdictions?

1. A. Most criminal proceedings are divided into pretrial, investigative and trial phases
2. B. Parties typically cannot request evidence from each other until after the trial begins.
3. C. The majority of criminal discovery usually occurs before the trial begins.
4. D. The judge is the primary driver of the discovery process in criminal proceedings.

Correct Answer: D