California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Diaz, F063116 (Cal. App. 2013):
"'Of course, only relevant evidence is admissible. (Evid. Code, 350.)'" (People v. Rundle (2008) 43 Cal.4th 76, 129.) Evidence is relevant if it tends "to prove or disprove any disputed fact that is of consequence to the determination of the action." (Evid. Code, 210.) "The test of relevance is whether the evidence 'tends "logically, naturally, and by reasonable inference" to establish material facts such as identity, intent, or motive.' [Citation.] The trial court has broad discretion in determining the relevance of evidence, but lacks discretion to admit irrelevant evidence. [Citation.] We review for abuse of discretion a trial court's rulings on the admissibility of evidence. [Citations.]" (People v. Benavides (2005) 35 Cal.4th 69, 90.)
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