What is the test for reversal of a finding that a defendant in a criminal case has been found guilty of a charge of false imprisonment?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Hernandez, B240884 (Cal. App. 2015):
defendant in their absence.' [Citation.] When the cumulative effect of errors deprives the defendant of a fair trial and due process, reversal is required." (People v. Williams (2009) 170 Cal.App.4th 587, 646.)
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