In what circumstances will the trial court not abuse its investigation into potential juror misconduct?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Woodley, F060403 (Cal. App. 2011):
Under these circumstances, we conclude the trial court did not abuse its discretion in the method and extent of inquiry into potential juror misconduct. (People v. Pinholster (1992) 1 Cal.4th 865, 928.)
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The judgment is affirmed.
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