What is the test for an individual who has been found to be in possession of illegal drugs on a property?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Koury, 214 Cal.App.3d 676, 262 Cal.Rptr. 870 (Cal. App. 1989):
5 The fact contraband was found in his possession does not negate the factor he was legitimately on the premises or negate his property interest. (Simmons v. United States (1968) 390 U.S. 377, 88 S.Ct. 967, 19 L.Ed.2d 1247.)
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