What is the test for a jury to convict a defendant beyond a reasonable doubt?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Escarcega, 243 Cal.Rptr.3d 771, 32 Cal.App.5th 362 (Cal. App. 2019):
People v. Zamudio (2008) 43 Cal.4th 327, 357, 75 Cal.Rptr.3d 289, 181 P.3d 105.) "The record must disclose substantial evidence to support the verdicti.e., evidence that is reasonable, credible, and of solid valuesuch that a reasonable trier of fact could find the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt." ( Ibid . )
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