Is a trial judge allowed to control the conduct of attorneys in her courtroom?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from Abedi v. Sheikhpour, G050361, G050362 (Cal. App. 2015):
We think not. California law is quite explicit in specifically giving a trial judge broad discretion, in the "furtherance of justice," to control the conduct of attorneys in her courtroom. (See Code Civ. Proc., 128, subd. (a)(5);1 see also People ex rel. Dept. of Corporations v. SpeeDee Oil Change Systems, Inc. (1999) 20 Cal.4th 1135, 1145
Page 3
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
What is the test for a trial judge to proceed with the trial of a defendant under section 1368 of the California Mental Health Act if the trial judge receives the reports of two psychiatrists? (California, United States of America)
Is there any case law where a judge has found that a trial judge made a "minor error" in making decisions in a trial? (California, United States of America)
Does a deputy district attorney acquiesce in having the motion heard during the trial of a defendant before trial, rather than prior to trial? (California, United States of America)
Can a trial judge that commences a jury trial be prevented from proceeding until the trial is over? (California, United States of America)
Is a client's attorney required to repay all moneys laid out by the attorney to the attorney before the client can make a claim against the attorney? (California, United States of America)
Does a judge have a duty and duty to control the conduct of the trial? (California, United States of America)
When a defendant makes a mid-trial motion to revoke his self represented status and have standby counsel appointed for the remainder of the trial, does the trial court have a duty to manage the trial? (California, United States of America)
If appellant had valid grounds to criticize his trial attorney's actions with respect to the Miranda issue, would he have been able to argue that the trial attorney was constitutionally ineffective? (California, United States of America)
When a prosecutor criticizes a defense attorney's conduct at trial, can the prosecutor be found guilty of misconduct if the prosecutor's arguments are not in the context of the defense counsel's conduct? (California, United States of America)
How has the trial judge considered the fact that a judge personally viewed the properties at the inception of the trial? (California, United States of America)
