People v. Bowen
California Supreme Court Jul 1, 1875 No. No. 10,161Published
Synopsis
Evidence on Trial fob Rape.—On a trial for an assault with intent to commit a rape, the prosecution should not be permitted to introduce in evidence the declarations of the defendant concerning his misconduct with females, other than the one he is charged with having attempted to violate.
By the Court: At the trial, the Court allowed the prosecution, against defendant’s objection, to introduce in evidence the declarations of defendant concerning his misconduct with other young girls. The Attorney-General admits that this was error, and we agree with the Attorney-General.
Judgment and order denying a new trial reversed, and cause remanded for a new trial.
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