California Supreme Court
Sep. 8, 2012
State Supreme Court weighs problem of erroneous expert testimony
The state Supreme Court appeared divided on the question of whether a criminal defendant is entitled to a new trial when an expert witness who helped convict the inmate later says he was incorrect.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
SAN FRANCISCO - Is an inmate entitled to a new trial when an expert witness who testified for the prosecution later says he was incorrect?
The state Supreme Court wrestled with that question Wednesday, and the oral arguments suggested a split decision might be in the works.
The justices were more in sync during argument on a second criminal case, appearing inclined to throw out the convictio...
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