What is the test for commenting on the credibility of witnesses in a criminal case?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Murillo, E071161 (Cal. App. 2019):
"A prosecutor may comment upon the credibility of witnesses based on facts contained in the record, and any reasonable inferences that can be drawn from them." (People v. Martinez (2010) 47 Cal.4th 911, 958.)
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