What are the consequences of an individual error in a trial when the individual error does not require reversal?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Wade, A141133 (Cal. App. 2017):
Appellant argues the asserted trial errors he has identified are cumulatively prejudicial even if they do not require reversal when considered individually. We disagree. None of the assumed errors significantly influenced the fairness of the trial, whether considered individually or cumulatively. (People v. Coffman and Marlow (2004) 34 Cal.4th 1, 128.)
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