What is the meaning of the phrase "the facts are viewed in the light most favorable to the government"?
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The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Oropeza, 564 F.2d 316 (9th Cir. 1977):
1 The facts are viewed in the light most favorable to the government. Glasser v. United States, 315 U.S. 60, 62 S.Ct. 457, 86 L.Ed. 680 (1942); United States v. Eaglin, slip op. at 1795 (9th Cir. August 10, 1977).
2 21 U.S.C. 802. Definitions. As used in this title:
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