Can a prosecutor comment on a defendant's silence or failure to mention self-defense before trial?

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Accepted Answer

This question has been addressed in 1 Texas court opinion(s), including Davidson v. State. A party's failure to mention a specific justification (like self-defense or child protection) to first responders or medical professionals at the time of an incident can be used to impeach a fabricated or coached narrative that only emerges later during litigation.

Prosecutorial Misconduct

Can a prosecutor comment on a defendant's silence or failure to mention self-defense before trial?