In what circumstances can a judge withdraw material evidence from the consideration of a jury?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Winters, E051215 (Cal. App. 2011):
In commenting on the evidence a judge "'may not withdraw material evidence from the jury's consideration or distort the testimony.'" (People v. Gutierrez (2009) 45 Cal.4th 789, 822-823.)
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