Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Is it legal in california for a policeman to have a "in-field lineup" while suspect was alone during lineup so the witness had no other people to choose from?


Asked on 11/05/10, 8:58 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Your good lawyer would call attention to this obviously biased identification procedure if identification is an issue in the case.

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Answered on 11/10/10, 9:04 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

You'll get the answer to that in your case from the judge as a result of you filing an appropriate evidence suppression motion. All the facts and circumstances will determine his decision whether it was 'legal' or not.

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Answered on 11/11/10, 9:58 am


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