Can a motion for self-representation be reviewed for abuse of discretion?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Jackson, F066957 (Cal. App. 2015):
A trial court's decision to deny an untimely motion for self-representation is reviewed for an abuse of discretion. (People v. Moore (1988) 47 Cal.3d 63, 79-80.)
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