What is the test for admitting expert testimony concerning child sexual abuse?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Newell, C083626 (Cal. App. 2018):
The trial court's decision to admit expert testimony concerning child sexual abuse is reviewed for an abuse of discretion and will not be disturbed unless a manifest abuse of discretion is shown. (People v. McAlpin (1991) 53 Cal.3d 1289, 1299.)
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