What is the test for substantial evidence in the context of a search warrant application?

California, United States of America


The following excerpt is from People v. Lafond, D066439 (Cal. App. 2015):

In reviewing the trial court's decision, we apply a substantial evidence standard to factual findings but apply a de novo standard in reviewing the reasonableness of the search. (People v. Lenart (2004) 32 Cal.4th 1107, 1119.)

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