When is gang evidence admissible in a criminal case?

California, United States of America


The following excerpt is from People v. Barajas, H037371 (Cal. App. 2013):

When gang evidence meets the test of relevancy, however, it is admissible unless its prejudicial effect clearly outweighs its probative value. (People v. Carter (2003) 30 Cal.4th 1166, 1194.)

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