Is a motion for a new trial based upon newly discovered evidence reviewed for abuse of discretion?
MultiRegion, United States of America
The following excerpt is from U.S. v. Sepulveda, 937 F.2d 614 (9th Cir. 1991):
Sepulveda also contends that the district court erred by denying his motion for a new trial based upon newly discovered evidence. A denial of a motion for new trial based upon newly discovered evidence is reviewed for an abuse of discretion. United States v. Lockett, 919 F.2d 585, 591 (9th Cir.1990).
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