What is the test for a motion for a new trial for a defendant in a criminal case for abuse of discretion?
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The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Zuno-Arce, 1992 WL 59017, 958 F.2d 380 (9th Cir. 1992):
We review a district court's order granting a motion for a new trial for a defendant in a criminal case for an abuse of discretion. See United States v. Shaffer, 789 F.2d 682, 687 (9th Cir.1986).
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