Ruling by
Tani Cantil-SakauyeLower Court
Los Angeles County Superior CourtLower Court Judge
William R. PoundersAt the penalty phase of a capital case, defendant's persistent chanting that another inmate was a "rat" was admissible because it conveyed a serious expression of intent to commit an act of unlawful violence.
To continue reading, please subscribe.
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$895, but save $100 when you subscribe today… Just $795 for the first year!
For only $95 a month (the price of 2 article purchases)
Receive unlimited article access and full access to our archives,
Daily Appellate Report, award winning columns, and our
Verdicts and Settlements.
Or
$895, but save $100 when you subscribe today… Just $795 for the first year!
Already a subscriber?
Sign In