No. 66540
Precedential
Processed
State v. Jackson
Also decided on this docket: La., January 31, 1980 379 So. 2d 1114
State v. Jackson, 379 So. 2d 1100 (La. 1980).
Opinion text
In re Erwin J. Jackson, applying for supervisory and remedial writs. Orleans Parish. No. 273-617 — Magistrate. Granted. At a preliminary examination the witnesses are subject to cross-examination (C.Cr.P. 294) which must not be unduly curtailed. Identification witnesses can be examined and cross-examined on the circumstances of the identification. The probable cause finding is set aside and the case is remanded for a new preliminary hearing in accordance herewith. SUMMERS, C. J., and MARCUS and BLANCHE, JJ., dissent.