What is the test for reversing a jury's verdict in a second degree murder case?

California, United States of America


The following excerpt is from People v. Jackson, B259906 (Cal. App. 2016):

Appellant argues the court erred in instructing the jury on the elements of second degree murder and therefore we must reverse, unless we conclude beyond a reasonable doubt that the error did not contribute to the verdict. (See People v. Chun (2009) 45 Cal.4th 1172, 1201.)4 We conclude the jury was properly instructed on the elements of second degree murder.

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