California · Evidence Code
EVID §235: “Trier of fact” includes (a) the jury and (b) the court when the court is trying an issue of fact other than one relating to the admissibility of evidence.
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This statute defines 'trier of fact' as either a jury or a court deciding factual questions, excluding admissibility determinations.
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“Trier of fact” includes (a) the jury and (b) the court when the court is trying an issue of fact other than one relating to the admissibility of evidence.
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