What is the test for allowing inference of guilt in a criminal case?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Sanchez, F058796 (Cal. App. 2012):
purpose of permitting an inference of guilt, but at the same time provides the defendant with some protection against misuse of such evidence. [Citations.]" (People v. Henderson, supra, 110 Cal.App.4th at p. 742.)
"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.
Other Questions
What is the test for an instruction in a criminal case in which a defendant's contention on appeal is that guilt is not a logical, reasonable inference from the mere fact of his fleeing from the scene of a crime? (California, United States of America)
Does CALCRIM No. 362 allow the jury to draw an impermissible inference of guilt by adding "and you may consider it in determining (his/her) guilt"? (California, United States of America)
Is inference of guilt permissible in a criminal case where stolen property is found in the conscious possession of a defendant? (California, United States of America)
Is there any case law in which an expert was allowed to testify in a criminal case? (California, United States of America)
Is a parent, relative, or co-habitant of a defendant in a criminal case outside the scope of marital privilege in criminal cases? (California, United States of America)
Does the permissive inference in a sexual assault case allow the jury to draw an irrational inference? (California, United States of America)
In a criminal case, is there any case law in which a jury has been ordered to conduct cross-examination of evidence in the penalty phase? (California, United States of America)
What is the case law on the aider/abettor's guilt in a murder case? (California, United States of America)
Is a person who is a member of a criminal gang liable for criminal activity if they are not involved in the criminal activity? (California, United States of America)
Does section 654 of the California Criminal Code allow a defendant to be punished for multiple criminal objectives? (California, United States of America)
