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competent evidence standard in Kansas

237 Kansas opinions name it 2 courts 1992–2026 27 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Kansas courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (27)

CaseFollowedCited
Gannon v. Stategreen
kan · 2014 · cited in 7 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2017–2024
2 sentences

2022When a district court's decision is challenged for insufficiency of the evidence or as being contrary to the evidence, we apply a substantial competent evidence standard. "'Substantial evidence is such legal and relevant evidence as a reasonable person might accept as sufficient to support a conclusion.' [Citation omitted.]" Gannon v. State, 298 Kan. 1107, 1175 , 319 P.3d 1196 (2014).

2022When a district court's decision is challenged for insufficiency of the evidence or as being contrary to the evidence, we apply a substantial competent evidence standard. "'Substantial evidence is such legal and relevant evidence as a reasonable person might accept as sufficient to support a conclusion.' [Citation omitted.]" Gannon v. State, 298 Kan. 1107, 1175 , 319 P.3d 1196 (2014).

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PROGRESSIVE PRODUCTS, INC. v. Swartzgreen
kan · 2011 · cited in 4 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2012–2016
2 sentences

2016Progressive Products, Inc. v. Swartz, 292 Kan. 947, 955 , 258 P.3d 969 (2011). 2.

2016Progressive Products, Inc. v. Swartz, 292 Kan. 947, 955 , 258 P.3d 969 (2011). 2.

34
State v. Shumwaygreen
kanctapp · 2002 · cited in 3 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2003–2010
33
State v. Vandivergreen
kan · 1995 · cited in 8 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 1996–2003
2 sentences

2003In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of an accused’s statements, “we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996); see State v. Henry, 273 Kan. 608 , Syl. ¶ 2, 44 P.3d 466 (2002); State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 (1996); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995).

2003In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of an accused’s statements, “we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996); see State v. Henry, 273 Kan. 608 , Syl. ¶ 2, 44 P.3d 466 (2002); State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 (1996); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995).

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State v. Hughesgreen
kan · 2008 · cited in 4 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2012–2021
2 sentences

2020See State v. Hughes, 286 Kan. 1010, 1029 , 191 P.3d 268 (2008) (When we review an asserted violation of a Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination, we review the district court's factual findings using a substantial competent evidence standard but review the ultimate legal conclusion "as a question of law using an unlimited standard of review.").

2020See State v. Hughes, 286 Kan. 1010, 1029 , 191 P.3d 268 (2008) (When we review an asserted violation of a Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination, we review the district court's factual findings using a substantial competent evidence standard but review the ultimate legal conclusion "as a question of law using an unlimited standard of review.").

24
State v. DeMarcogreen
kan · 1998 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2000–2017
22
State v. Smithgreen
kan · 2008 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
22
State v. Webbergreen
kan · 1996 · cited in 10 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 1996–2003
2 sentences

2003In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of an accused’s statements, “we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996); see State v. Henry, 273 Kan. 608 , Syl. ¶ 2, 44 P.3d 466 (2002); State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 (1996); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995).

2003In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of an accused’s statements, “we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996); see State v. Henry, 273 Kan. 608 , Syl. ¶ 2, 44 P.3d 466 (2002); State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 (1996); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995).

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State v. Beamangreen
kan · 2012 · cited in 7 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2015–2025
2 sentences

2025But when the facts of the district court's determination to accept a jury trial waiver are not disputed, the question whether the defendant voluntarily and knowingly waived the jury trial right is a legal inquiry subject to unlimited appellate review." State v. Beaman, 295 Kan. 853, 858 , 286 P.3d 876 (2012).

2025But when the facts of the district court's determination to accept a jury trial waiver are not disputed, the question whether the defendant voluntarily and knowingly waived the jury trial right is a legal inquiry subject to unlimited appellate review." State v. Beaman, 295 Kan. 853, 858 , 286 P.3d 876 (2012).

17
Schoen v. Kansas Department of Revenuegreen
kanctapp · 2003 · cited in 5 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2005–2014
2 sentences

2008Standard of Review Although generally an appellate court applies a substantial competent evidence standard of review when examining a district court's ruling in a driver's license suspension case, see Schoen v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue, 31 Kan.App.2d 820 , Syl. ¶ 1, 74 P.3d 588 (2003), the issues before us here require statutory and constitutional interpretation.

2008Standard of Review Although generally an appellate court applies a substantial competent evidence standard of review when examining a district court's ruling in a driver's license suspension case, see Schoen v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue, 31 Kan.App.2d 820 , Syl. ¶ 1, 74 P.3d 588 (2003), the issues before us here require statutory and constitutional interpretation.

15
CMC Heartland Partners v. Union Pacific Railroadgreen
scotus · 1997 · cited in 5 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 1997–2002
2 sentences

2002“In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of evidence, we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263 , Syl. ¶ 3, 918 P.2d 609 (1996), cert. denied 519 U.S. 1090 (1997).

2001Denial of motion to suppress While denial of a motion to suppress is to be reviewed on appeal by a substantial competent evidence standard, with the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts to be decided de novo with independent judgment, State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996), cert. denied 519 U.S. 1090 (1997), in the present case Zabrinas did not object to the statements when they were introduced at trial and in fact used them to buttress his defense much as was done in State v. Cellier, 263 Kan. 54 , 948 P.2d 616 (1997).

15
State v. Johnsongreen
kan · 2016 · cited in 4 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2018–2022
2 sentences

2022State v. Johnson, 304 Kan. 924, 950 , 376 P.3d 70 (2016).

2022State v. Johnson, 304 Kan. 924, 950 , 376 P.3d 70 (2016).

14
Swank v. Kansas Department of Revenuegreen
kan · 2012 · cited in 4 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2019–2020
2 sentences

2020See, e.g., Drake v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue, 272 Kan. 231, 233-34 , 32 P.3d 705 (2001) (approving substantial competent evidence standard used by appellate courts after noting that K.S.A. 77-623 requires decisions on petitions for review of agency actions to be reviewable as in other civil cases); Swank, 294 Kan. at 881 .

2020See Swank v. Kansas Dept. of Revenue, 294 Kan. 871, 881 , 281 P.3d 135 (2012).

14
State v. Mooregreen
kan · 2007 · cited in 4 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2007–2014
2 sentences

2014Consequently, in Reason we held that only if ‘ “ ‘the officer, by means of physical force or show of authority, has in some way restrained the liberty of a citizen may we conclude that a “seizure” has occurred.’ ” ’ 263 Kan. at 410-11 .” The standard of appellate review for this specific subset of suppression determinations—the trial court’s decision of whether the encounter is consensual or a seizure—is quite similar to the standard for general suppression of evidence: “Appellate review of the trial court’s determination of whether a reasonable person would feel free to refuse the officer’s r

2014Consequently, in Reason we held that only if ‘ “ ‘the officer, by means of physical force or show of authority, has in some way restrained the liberty of a citizen may we conclude that a “seizure” has occurred.’ ” ’ 263 Kan. at 410-11 .” The standard of appellate review for this specific subset of suppression determinations—the trial court’s decision of whether the encounter is consensual or a seizure—is quite similar to the standard for general suppression of evidence: “Appellate review of the trial court’s determination of whether a reasonable person would feel free to refuse the officer’s r

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Arizona v. Fulminantegreen
scotus · 1991 · cited in 4 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2001–2009
2 sentences

2003Ed. 2d 302 , 111 S. Ct. 1246 (1991); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995). “ ‘In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of evidence, we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.’ [Citations omitted.]” ’ State v. Sanders, 272 Kan. 445, 452 , 33 P.3d 596 (2001), cert. denied 536 U.S. 963 (2002) (quoting State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 [1996]).” State v. Makthepharak, 276 Kan. 5

2003Ed. 2d 302 , 111 S. Ct. 1246 (1991); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995). ‘ “In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of evidence, we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” [Citations omitted.]’ ” State c.

14
State v. Walkergreen
kan · 2003 · cited in 3 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2005–2006
13
State v. Alvidrezgreen
kan · 2001 · cited in 3 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
13
In re Brooksgreen
kan · 2015 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2018–2026
12
State v. Talkingtongreen
kan · 2015 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2018–2026
12
State v. Moralezred
kan · 2013 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2018–2019
12
Owen Lumber Co. v. Chartrandgreen
kan · 2007 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2010–2016
12
State Board of Nursing v. Ruebkegreen
kan · 1996 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 1998–2002
12
State v. Hoppergreen
kan · 1996 · cited in 2 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 1997–1999
12
State v. Contrerasgreen
kan · 2021 · cited in 1 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
11
In re Marriage of Williamsgreen
kan · 2018 · cited in 1 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
11
In the Interest of B.D.-Y.green
kan · 2008 · cited in 1 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
11
In Re Bd-Y.green
kan · 2008 · cited in 1 Kansas opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Kansas. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (53)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Ackward green
kan · 2006
2 sentences

2007When analyzing a district court decision to deny suppression of a confession, we review “the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard and the ultimate legal conclusion by a de novo standard.” We do not “reweigh evidence, pass on the credibility of witnesses, or resolve conflicts in the evidence.” State v. Ackward, 281 Kan. 2 , Syl. ¶ 1, 128 P.3d 382 (2006); State v. Swanigan, 279 Kan. 18 , Syl. ¶ 1, 106 P.3d 39 (2005).

2007When analyzing a district court decision to deny suppression of a confession, we review “the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard and the ultimate legal conclusion by a de novo standard.” We do not “reweigh evidence, pass on the credibility of witnesses, or resolve conflicts in the evidence.” State v. Ackward, 281 Kan. 2 , Syl. ¶ 1, 128 P.3d 382 (2006); State v. Swanigan, 279 Kan. 18 , Syl. ¶ 1, 106 P.3d 39 (2005).

172006–2010
State v. Thompson green
kan · 2007
2 sentences

2025"Appellate review of a trial court's determination of whether a reasonable person would feel free to refuse the law enforcement officer's requests or otherwise terminate the encounter consists of two parts: (1) the factual underpinnings are reviewed under a substantial competent evidence standard and (2) the ultimate legal conclusion drawn from those facts, i.e., whether a reasonable person would feel free to refuse the requests or to terminate the encounter, is reviewed under a de novo standard." State v. Thompson, 284 Kan. 763 , Syl. ¶ 10, 166 P.3d 1015 (2007).

2025"Appellate review of a trial court's determination of whether a reasonable person would feel free to refuse the law enforcement officer's requests or otherwise terminate the encounter consists of two parts: (1) the factual underpinnings are reviewed under a substantial competent evidence standard and (2) the ultimate legal conclusion drawn from those facts, i.e., whether a reasonable person would feel free to refuse the requests or to terminate the encounter, is reviewed under a de novo standard." State v. Thompson, 284 Kan. 763 , Syl. ¶ 10, 166 P.3d 1015 (2007).

82008–2025
State v. Swanigan green
kan · 2005
2 sentences

2009Standard of Review When analyzing a trial court's denial of a motion to suppress a defendant's confession, an appellate court reviews "the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard and the ultimate legal conclusion by a de novo standard." An appellate court does not "reweigh evidence, pass on the credibility of witnesses, or resolve conflicts in the evidence." State v. Harris, 284 Kan. 560 , Syl. ¶ 9, 162 P.3d 28 (2007); State v. Swanigan, 279 Kan. 18, 23 , 106 P.3d 39 (2005).

2009Standard of Review When analyzing a trial court's denial of a motion to suppress a defendant's confession, an appellate court reviews "the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard and the ultimate legal conclusion by a de novo standard." An appellate court does not "reweigh evidence, pass on the credibility of witnesses, or resolve conflicts in the evidence." State v. Harris, 284 Kan. 560 , Syl. ¶ 9, 162 P.3d 28 (2007); State v. Swanigan, 279 Kan. 18, 23 , 106 P.3d 39 (2005).

82006–2009
State v. Woodard green
kan · 2012
2 sentences

2026This in turn requires an appellate court to employ a bifurcated standard of review: "'[W]ithout reweighing the evidence the appellate court reviews the factual underpinnings of the district court's findings under a substantial competent evidence standard, and the district court's ultimate legal conclusion drawn from those facts is reviewed de novo. [Citations omitted.]' State v. Woodard, 294 Kan. 717, 720 , 280 P.3d 203 (2012)." (Emphasis added.) State v. Spear, 297 Kan. 780, 800 , 304 P.3d 1246 (2013).

2026This in turn requires an appellate court to employ a bifurcated standard of review: "'[W]ithout reweighing the evidence the appellate court reviews the factual underpinnings of the district court's findings under a substantial competent evidence standard, and the district court's ultimate legal conclusion drawn from those facts is reviewed de novo. [Citations omitted.]' State v. Woodard, 294 Kan. 717, 720 , 280 P.3d 203 (2012)." (Emphasis added.) State v. Spear, 297 Kan. 780, 800 , 304 P.3d 1246 (2013).

62013–2026
State v. Toothman green
kan · 1999
2 sentences

2003Our standard of review is set forth in State v. Toothman, 267 Kan. 412, 416 , 985 P.2d 701 (1999): “An appellate court reviews the factual underpinnings of a district court’s decision ‘by a substantial competent evidence standard and the ultimate legal conclusion drawn from those facts by a de novo standard.

2003Our standard of review is set forth in State v. Toothman, 267 Kan. 412, 416 , 985 P.2d 701 (1999): “An appellate court reviews the factual underpinnings of a district court’s decision ‘by a substantial competent evidence standard and the ultimate legal conclusion drawn from those facts by a de novo standard.

62000–2003
State v. Phinney green
kan · 2005
2 sentences

2021The ultimate legal determination of whether those facts fit the exception should be reviewed under a de novo standard." State v. Phinney, 280 Kan. 394, 404 , 122 P.3d 356 (2005).

2021The ultimate legal determination of whether those facts fit the exception should be reviewed under a de novo standard." State v. Phinney, 280 Kan. 394, 404 , 122 P.3d 356 (2005).

52007–2021
State v. Bell green
kan · 2005
2 sentences

2021State v. Bell, 280 Kan. 358, 362 , 121 P.3d 972 (2005).'" State v. Delacruz, 307 Kan. 523 , 533, 411 P.3d 1207 (2018); State v. Carapezza, 286 Kan. 992, 1007 , 191 P.3d 256 (2008); State v. Hughes, 286 Kan. 1010, 1029 , 191 P.3d 268 (2008).

2021State v. Bell, 280 Kan. 358, 362 , 121 P.3d 972 (2005).'" State v. Delacruz, 307 Kan. 523 , 533, 411 P.3d 1207 (2018); State v. Carapezza, 286 Kan. 992, 1007 , 191 P.3d 256 (2008); State v. Hughes, 286 Kan. 1010, 1029 , 191 P.3d 268 (2008).

52008–2021
State v. Goeller green
kan · 2003
2 sentences

2018State v. Goeller , 276 Kan. 578 , Syl. ¶ 1, 77 P.3d 1272 (2003).

2018State v. Goeller , 276 Kan. 578 , Syl. ¶ 1, 77 P.3d 1272 (2003).

52003–2018
State v. Butler green
kan · 2018
2 sentences

2022State v. Butler, 307 Kan. 831, 852 , 416 P.3d 116 (2018). 19 When, as here, the district court conducted an evidentiary hearing on a defendant's motion for a new trial, appellate courts review the district court's underlying factual findings using a substantial competent evidence standard and review the legal conclusions based on those facts de novo.

2022State v. Butler, 307 Kan. 831, 852 , 416 P.3d 116 (2018). 19 When, as here, the district court conducted an evidentiary hearing on a defendant's motion for a new trial, appellate courts review the district court's underlying factual findings using a substantial competent evidence standard and review the legal conclusions based on those facts de novo.

42020–2022
State v. Corbett green
kan · 2006
2 sentences

2015State v. Cruz, 297 Kan. 1048, 1058-59 , 307 P.3d 199 (2013) (citing State v. Corbett, 281 Kan. 294, 304 , 130 P.3d 1179 [2006]).

2015State v. Cruz, 297 Kan. 1048, 1058-59 , 307 P.3d 199 (2013) (citing State v. Corbett, 281 Kan. 294, 304 , 130 P.3d 1179 [2006]).

42010–2015
State v. Woolverton green
kan · 2007
2 sentences

2013State v. Gant, 288 Kan. 76, 80 , 201 P.3d 673 (2009); State v. Woolverton, 284 Kan. 59, 70 , 159 P.3d 985 (2007).

2013State v. Gant, 288 Kan. 76, 80 , 201 P.3d 673 (2009); State v. Woolverton, 284 Kan. 59, 70 , 159 P.3d 985 (2007).

42012–2013
State v. Gant green
kan · 2009
2 sentences

2013State v. Gant, 288 Kan. 76, 80 , 201 P.3d 673 (2009); State v. Woolverton, 284 Kan. 59, 70 , 159 P.3d 985 (2007).

2013State v. Gant, 288 Kan. 76, 80 , 201 P.3d 673 (2009); State v. Woolverton, 284 Kan. 59, 70 , 159 P.3d 985 (2007).

42012–2013
Wilcox v. United States green
scotus · 2002
2 sentences

2005We stated additional considerations specifically concerning confessions in State v. Sanders, 272 Kan. 445, 452 , 33 P.3d 596 (2001), cert. denied 536 U.S. 963 (2002): “In determining whether a confession is voluntary, a court is to look at the totality of the circumstances.

2003Ed. 2d 302 , 111 S. Ct. 1246 (1991); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995). “ ‘In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of evidence, we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.’ [Citations omitted.]” ’ State v. Sanders, 272 Kan. 445, 452 , 33 P.3d 596 (2001), cert. denied 536 U.S. 963 (2002) (quoting State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 [1996]).” State v. Makthepharak, 276 Kan. 5

42003–2005
State v. Sanders green
kan · 2001
2 sentences

2003Ed. 2d 302 , 111 S. Ct. 1246 (1991); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995). “ ‘In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of evidence, we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.’ [Citations omitted.]” ’ State v. Sanders, 272 Kan. 445, 452 , 33 P.3d 596 (2001), cert. denied 536 U.S. 963 (2002) (quoting State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 [1996]).” State v. Makthepharak, 276 Kan. 5

2003Ed. 2d 302 , 111 S. Ct. 1246 (1991); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995). “ ‘In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of evidence, we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.’ [Citations omitted.]” ’ State v. Sanders, 272 Kan. 445, 452 , 33 P.3d 596 (2001), cert. denied 536 U.S. 963 (2002) (quoting State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 [1996]).” State v. Makthepharak, 276 Kan. 5

42003–2005
Griffin v. Dale Willey Pontiac-Cadillac-GMC Truck, Inc. green
kan · 1999
2 sentences

2003The substantial competent evidence test reviews the evidence in the light most favorable to the prevailing party.” Griffin v. Dale Willey Pontiac-Cadillac-GMC Truck, Inc., 268 Kan. 33, 34 , 991 P.2d 406 (1999).

2003The substantial competent evidence test reviews the evidence in the light most favorable to the prevailing party.” Griffin v. Dale Willey Pontiac-Cadillac-GMC Truck, Inc., 268 Kan. 33, 34 , 991 P.2d 406 (1999).

42002–2004
State v. Baston green
kan · 1996
2 sentences

2003In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of an accused’s statements, “we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996); see State v. Henry, 273 Kan. 608 , Syl. ¶ 2, 44 P.3d 466 (2002); State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 (1996); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995).

2003In reviewing a trial court decision regarding the suppression of an accused’s statements, “we review the factual underpinnings of the decision by a substantial competent evidence standard of review and review the ultimate legal decision drawn from those facts de novo with independent judgment.” State v. Webber, 260 Kan. 263, 274-75 , 918 P.2d 609 (1996); see State v. Henry, 273 Kan. 608 , Syl. ¶ 2, 44 P.3d 466 (2002); State v. Baston, 261 Kan. 100, 104-05 , 928 P.2d 79 (1996); State v. Vandiver, 257 Kan. 53, 57-58 , 891 P.2d 350 (1995).

42001–2003
State v. Carapezza green
kan · 2008
2 sentences

2020"When asked to review the violation of a defendant's Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, this court reviews the district court's factual findings using a substantial competent evidence standard, but the ultimate legal conclusion is reviewed as a question of law using an unlimited standard of review." State v. Carapezza, 286 Kan. 992 , Syl. ¶ 11, 191 P.3d 256 (2008).

2020"When asked to review the violation of a defendant's Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, this court reviews the district court's factual findings using a substantial competent evidence standard, but the ultimate legal conclusion is reviewed as a question of law using an unlimited standard of review." State v. Carapezza, 286 Kan. 992 , Syl. ¶ 11, 191 P.3d 256 (2008).

32018–2021
State v. Gonzalez green
kan · 2010
2 sentences

2017"In Kansas, a district court's factual findings are reviewed under the substantial competent evidence standard." State v. Gonzalez, 290 Kan. 747, 756 , 234 P.3d 1 (2010).

2017"In Kansas, a district court's factual findings are reviewed under the substantial competent evidence standard." State v. Gonzalez, 290 Kan. 747, 756 , 234 P.3d 1 (2010).

32011–2019
State v. Cruz green
kan · 2013
32014–2018
State v. Britt green
kan · 2012
32013–2013
State v. Harris green
kan · 2007
32007–2011
Lincoln v. Kansas Department of Revenue green
kanctapp · 1993
32001–2004
State v. Harris green
kan · 2012
22015–2025
State v. Harris green
kan · 2005
22020–2024
State v. Harris green
kan · 2020
22022–2022
State v. Mattox green
kan · 2005
22006–2021
State v. Ernesti green
kan · 2010
22011–2021
State v. Guein green
kan · 2019
22021–2021
State v. Rizo green
kan · 2016
22017–2018
Martin v. Kansas Department of Revenue green
kan · 2008
22011–2017
State v. Coleman green
kan · 2011
22012–2014
State v. Gomez green
kan · 2010
22013–2013
State v. Dexter green
kan · 2003
22006–2011
Florida v. Royer green
scotus · 1983
22010–2011
Casco v. Armour Swift-Eckrich green
kan · 2007
22009–2009
State v. Washington green
kan · 2003
22003–2008
State v. Makthepharak green
kan · 2003
22003–2005
Zurawski v. Kansas Department of Revenue green
kanctapp · 1993
21993–2004
State v. Spear green
kan · 2013
12026–2026
State v. Humphrey neutral
kan · 2025
12026–2026

Statutes the citing opinions construe

KS § K.S.A. § 22-2402 (30) KS § K.S.A. § 60-404 (26) KS § K.S.A. § 22-3601 (24) KS § K.S.A. § 20-3018 (23) KS § K.S.A. § 60-455 (21) KS § K.S.A. § 8-1001 (18) KS § K.S.A. § 60-261 (17) KS § K.S.A. § 22-3717 (16) KS § K.S.A. § 60-460 (16) KS § K.S.A. § 60-445 (14) KS § K.S.A. § 22-3504 (13) KS § K.S.A. § 21-3402 (12)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

KS 237 (1992–2026) FL 20 (1961–2021) NC 19 (1984–2025) ID 18 (1986–2017) OK 17 (1989–2018) PA 3 (1982–1991) NJ 2 (2017–2022)

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