What is the test for a jury to convict a defendant of murder under the natural and probable consequence doctrine?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Smith, 180 Cal.Rptr.3d 100, 337 P.3d 1159, 60 Cal.4th 603 (Cal. 2014):
Next, we must decide whether substantial evidence supports defendant's murder convictions under the natural and probable consequence doctrine. To determine whether sufficient evidence supports a jury verdict, a reviewing court reviews the entire record in the light most favorable to the judgment to determine whether it discloses evidence that is reasonable, credible, and of solid value such that a reasonable jury could find the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. (People v. Rountree (2013) 56 Cal.4th 823, 852853, 157 Cal.Rptr.3d 1, 301 P.3d 150.)
[180 Cal.Rptr.3d 112]
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
