What is the test for abuse of discretion in a motion for discovery of peace officer personnel records?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Cook, A144404 (Cal. App. 2016):
"A motion for discovery of peace officer personnel records is 'addressed solely to the sound discretion of the trial court.' " (People v. Gill (1997) 60 Cal.App.4th 743, 749.) We review a trial court's ruling for abuse of discretion. (Ibid.)
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