What is the test for determining if a state evidentiary ruling has caused a violation of a defendant's constitutional rights?
The following excerpt is from Mak v. Blodgett, 972 F.2d 1340 (9th Cir. 1992):
Several factors must be balanced to determine if state evidentiary rulings have caused a violation of the defendant's constitutional rights. Perry v. Rushen, 713 F.2d 1447, 1452-53 (9th Cir.1983), cert. denied, 469 U.S. at 838 (1984).
On Mak's side of the balance, "[t]he right to present a defense is fundamental." Id. at 1450 (quoting Chambers v. Mississippi, 410 U.S. 284, 302 (1973)). At the same time, "the state's legitimate interest in reliable and efficient trials is also compelling." Id. at 1451. Other factors must be considered:
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