What is the test for determining whether a witness has been found guilty of perverting the course of justice?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. VILLATORO, B222214, Los Angeles County Super. Ct. No. BA339453 (Cal. App. 2011):
We alternatively conclude that even if error occurred, it was harmless beyond a reasonable doubt. (Delaware v. Van Arsdall (1986) 475 U.S. 673, 684.) Among the factors we consider are: the importance of the witness's testimony to the prosecution's case; whether that testimony was cumulative; whether there is evidence to corroborate or contradict the witness on material points; the extent of cross examination allowed by the trial court; and the overall strength of the prosecution's case. (Ibid.)
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