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cumulative error in Utah

194 Utah opinions name it 2 courts 1986–2026 58 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Utah 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 (50)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Dunngreen
utah · 1993 · cited in 55 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1996–2019
2 sentences

2019"Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had." Dunn , 850 P.2d at 1229 (quotation simplified).

2018Because we conclude that there was no error in the rape jury instruction, see infra ¶ 29, Newton cannot prevail under the rubric of plain error. 7 Newton also argues that the "cumulative errors require a new trial." "Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had." State v. Dunn , 850 P.2d 1201 , 1229 (Utah 1993) (quotation simplified).

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State v. Martinez-Castellanosgreen
utah · 2018 · cited in 38 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2019–2026
2 sentences

2026See State v. Martinez-Castellanos, 2018 UT 46, ¶ 48 , 428 P.3d 1038 (stating that “a single accumulable error cannot warrant reversal under the cumulative error doctrine”). 20221106-CA 43 2026 UT App 20

2026See State v. Martinez-Castellanos, 2018 UT 46, ¶ 48 , 428 P.3d 1038 (stating that “a single accumulable error cannot warrant reversal under the cumulative error doctrine”). 20221106-CA 43 2026 UT App 20

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Whitehead v. American Motors Sales Corp.green
utah · 1990 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1993–2014
2 sentences

2014"Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if 'the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence ... that a fair trial was had.'" State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 1993) (quoting Whitehead v. American Motors Sales Corp., 801 P.2d 920, 928 (Utah 1990).

2014“Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if ‘the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence . . . that a fair trial was had.’” State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 1993) (quoting Whitehead v. American Motors Sales Corp., 801 P.2d 920, 928 (Utah 1990)).

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State v. Rammelgreen
utah · 1986 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1987–2000
2 sentences

2000Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if “ ‘the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence ... that a fair trial was had.’ ” State v. Harmon, 956 P.2d 262, 277 (Utah 1998) (quoting State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 1993) (internal quotation omitted)); accord State v. Cardall, 982 P.2d 79, 85 (Utah 1999) (citing State v. Ellis, 748 P.2d 188, 191 (Utah 1987); State v. Rammel, 721 P.2d 498, 501-02 (Utah 1986)).

2000Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if "`the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence... that a fair trial was had.'" State v. Harmon, 956 P.2d 262, 277 (Utah 1998) (quoting State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 1993) (internal quotation omitted)); accord State v. Cardall, 982 P.2d 79, 85 (Utah 1999) (citing State v. Ellis, 748 P.2d 188, 191 (Utah 1987); State v. Rammel, 721 P.2d 498, 501-02 (Utah 1986)).

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State v. Gonzalesgreen
utah · 2005 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2006–2018
2 sentences

2018See State v. Gonzales , 2005 UT 72 , ¶ 74, 125 P.3d 878 (stating that the cumulative error doctrine will not apply "[i]f the claims are found on appeal to not constitute error").

2018See State v. Gonzales , 2005 UT 72 , ¶ 74, 125 P.3d 878 (stating that the cumulative error doctrine will not apply "[i]f the claims are found on appeal to not constitute error").

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State v. Wrightgreen
utahctapp · 2013 · cited in 6 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2014–2025
2 sentences

2025See State v. Wright, 2013 UT App 142, ¶ 44 , 304 P.3d 887 (“Under the cumulative error doctrine, appellate courts will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had. . . .

2025See State v. Wright, 2013 UT App 142, ¶ 44 , 304 P.3d 887 (“Under the cumulative error doctrine, appellate courts will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had. . . .

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State v. Ellisgreen
utah · 1987 · cited in 6 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1988–2017
2 sentences

2017“Cumulative error refers to a number of errors which prejudice a defendant’s right to a fair trial.” State v. Ellis, 748 P.2d 188, 191 (Utah 1987) (alteration, citation, and internal quotation marks omitted).

2017“Cumulative error refers to a number of errors which prejudice a defendant’s right to a fair trial.” State v. Ellis, 748 P.2d 188, 191 (Utah 1987) (alteration, citation, and internal quotation marks omitted).

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State v. Pereagreen
utah · 2013 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2013–2025
2 sentences

2025Under the cumulative error doctrine, appellate courts apply “the standard of review applicable to each underlying claim of 8 Cite as: 2025 UT 54 Opinion of the Court error.” State v. Perea, 2013 UT 68, ¶ 33 , 322 P.3d 624 (cleaned up).

2025Under the cumulative error doctrine, appellate courts apply “the standard of review applicable to each underlying claim of 8 Cite as: 2025 UT 54 Opinion of the Court error.” State v. Perea, 2013 UT 68, ¶ 33 , 322 P.3d 624 (cleaned up).

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State v. Galindogreen
utahctapp · 2019 · cited in 6 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2019–2021
2 sentences

2021See State v. Galindo, 2019 UT App 171 , ¶ 17 n.4, 452 P.3d 519 (“There are no errors to accumulate here, rendering the cumulative error doctrine inapplicable in this case.”). 20191012-CA 13 2021 UT App 97 State v. Garcia-Flores ¶25 Deficient performance is that which is unreasonable based on “prevailing professional norms.” Id. at 688.

2021See State v. Galindo, 2019 UT App 171 , ¶ 17 n.4, 452 P.3d 519 (“There are no errors to accumulate here, rendering the cumulative error doctrine inapplicable in this case.”). 20191012-CA 13 2021 UT App 97 State v. Garcia-Flores ¶25 Deficient performance is that which is unreasonable based on “prevailing professional norms.” Id. at 688.

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State v. Beverlygreen
utah · 2018 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019We therefore affirm. 7. “[I]n the event that any one error is insufficient for reversal,” Escobar-Florez requests that this court reverse “based on the cumulative effect of the errors.” “Under the doctrine of cumulative error, we will reverse if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. Beverly, 2018 UT 60, ¶ 80 , 435 P.3d 160 (cleaned up).

2019We therefore affirm. 7. “[I]n the event that any one error is insufficient for reversal,” Escobar-Florez requests that this court reverse “based on the cumulative effect of the errors.” “Under the doctrine of cumulative error, we will reverse if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. Beverly, 2018 UT 60, ¶ 80 , 435 P.3d 160 (cleaned up).

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State v. Modesgreen
utahctapp · 2020 · cited in 8 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2020–2025
2 sentences

2025But “because we conclude that there are no errors to accumulate here, the cumulative error doctrine is inapplicable in this case.” State v. Modes, 2020 UT App 136 , ¶ 12 n.5, 475 P.3d 153 (quotation simplified). 20230006-CA 14 2025 UT App 188

2025But “because we conclude that there are no errors to accumulate here, the cumulative error doctrine is inapplicable in this case.” State v. Modes, 2020 UT App 136 , ¶ 12 n.5, 475 P.3d 153 (quotation simplified). 20230006-CA 14 2025 UT App 188

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State v. Camposgreen
utahctapp · 2013 · cited in 6 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2014–2025
2 sentences

2025We now consider whether these two instances cumulatively prejudiced Williams. 3 See State v. Campos, 2013 UT App 213, ¶ 61 , 309 P.3d 1160 . ¶38 To reverse under the cumulative error doctrine, this court “must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” State v. Martinez-Castellanos, 2018 UT 46, ¶ 42 , 428 P.3d 1038 .

2025We now consider whether these two instances cumulatively prejudiced Williams. 3 See State v. Campos, 2013 UT App 213, ¶ 61 , 309 P.3d 1160 . ¶38 To reverse under the cumulative error doctrine, this court “must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” State v. Martinez-Castellanos, 2018 UT 46, ¶ 42 , 428 P.3d 1038 .

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ConocoPhillips Co. v. Utah Department of Transportationgreen
utahctapp · 2017 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2018–2024
2 sentences

2024“The cumulative-error doctrine requires us to reverse if (1) we determine, or assume without deciding, that two or more errors occurred and (2) we determine that the cumulative effect of those errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” ConocoPhillips Co. v. Utah Dep’t of Transp., 2017 UT App 68, ¶ 30 , 397 P.3d 772 . 20220006-CA 20 2024 UT App 43

2024“The cumulative-error doctrine requires us to reverse if (1) we determine, or assume without deciding, that two or more errors occurred and (2) we determine that the cumulative effect of those errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” ConocoPhillips Co. v. Utah Dep’t of Transp., 2017 UT App 68, ¶ 30 , 397 P.3d 772 . 20220006-CA 20 2024 UT App 43

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Strickland v. Washingtongreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2014–2021
2 sentences

2021On the other hand, if we determine “that either a party’s claim did not amount to an error, or that the claim was an error but has no potential to cause harm on its own, the claim cannot weigh in favor of reversal (continued…) 20190062-CA 9 2021 UT App 137 State v. Tippets Supreme Court’s decision in Strickland v. Washington,” 466 U.S. 668 (1984), and “[t]here is no reason . . . to depart from the standard of review set out in Strickland simply because the appeal was preceded by a motion for new trial.” State v. Templin, 805 P.2d 182 , 185–86 (Utah 1990).

2021Because we conclude that Tippets’s defense counsel committed no errors that, on their own, had a conceivable potential for harm, there are no errors to accumulate and the cumulative error doctrine does not apply. 20190062-CA 10 2021 UT App 137 State v. Tippets was deficient’ and that ‘the deficient performance prejudiced the defense.’” State v. Lopez-Gonzalez, 2020 UT App 15, ¶ 19 , 459 P.3d 1049 (quoting Strickland v. Washington, 466 U.S. 668, 687 (1984)).

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State v. Kohlgreen
utah · 2000 · cited in 17 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2001–2023
2 sentences

2023“Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. Kohl, 2000 UT 35, ¶ 25 , 999 P.2d 7 (cleaned up).

2023“Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. Kohl, 2000 UT 35, ¶ 25 , 999 P.2d 7 (cleaned up).

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State v. Killpackgreen
utah · 2008 · cited in 13 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2009–2024
2 sentences

2024“A reviewing court will reverse a jury verdict under the cumulative error doctrine only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. Killpack, 2008 UT 49, ¶ 56 , 191 P.3d 17 (quotation simplified).

2024“A reviewing court will reverse a jury verdict under the cumulative error doctrine only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. Killpack, 2008 UT 49, ¶ 56 , 191 P.3d 17 (quotation simplified).

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State v. Maestasgreen
utah · 2012 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2015–2025
2 sentences

2025See id. (stating that the cumulative error doctrine has no application where “the claims are found on appeal to not constitute error, or the errors are found to be so minor as to result in no harm” (quotation simplified)). 20210565-CA 36 2025 UT App 165

2018State v. Maestas , 2012 UT 46 , ¶ 363, 299 P.3d 892 (alterations in original) (citation omitted); see also Perea , 2013 UT 68 , ¶ 105, 322 P.3d 624 ("Cumulative error is applicable in those instances where the district court's collective errors rise to a level that undermine our confidence in the fairness of the proceedings."); State v. Kohl , 2000 UT 35 , ¶ 25, 999 P.2d 7 (holding that the cumulative error doctrine will not be applied unless "the aggregation of these errors ... result[s] in a fundamentally unfair trial").

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State v. Torres-Orellanagreen
utahctapp · 2021 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2021–2025
2 sentences

2025Cumulative Error ¶84 As to Smith’s claim of cumulative error, we have held elsewhere that “the cumulative error doctrine . . . does not apply” when there is “no other error with which to cumulate [t]rial [c]ounsel’s [non-prejudicial] presumed . . . errors.” State v. Torres- Orellana, 2021 UT App 74 , ¶ 30 n.11, 493 P.3d 711 .

2025Cumulative Error ¶84 As to Smith’s claim of cumulative error, we have held elsewhere that “the cumulative error doctrine . . . does not apply” when there is “no other error with which to cumulate [t]rial [c]ounsel’s [non-prejudicial] presumed . . . errors.” State v. Torres- Orellana, 2021 UT App 74 , ¶ 30 n.11, 493 P.3d 711 .

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Archuleta v. Galetkagreen
utah · 2011 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2016–2020
2 sentences

2020And because we have not found any of his claims to be viable, “the doctrine of cumulative error does not apply.” Archuleta III, 2011 UT 73, ¶ 146 (citation omitted).

2020And because we have not found any of his claims to be viable, “the doctrine of cumulative error does not apply.” Archuleta III, 2011 UT 73, ¶ 146 (citation omitted).

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State v. Colwellgreen
utah · 2000 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2003–2013
2 sentences

2013But "[f the claims are found on appeal to not constitute error, or the errors are found to be so minor as to result in no harm, the doctrine will not be applied." State v. Gonzales, 2005 UT 72, ¶ 74 , 125 P.3d 878 (declining to apply *904 the cumulative error doctrine where the claims on appeal did not constitute error or were harmless); State v. Kohl, 2000 UT 35, ¶ 25 , 999 P.2d 7 (determining that there was no cumulative error where the defendant's claims either did not amount to error or were so minor that they did not result in harm); see also State v. Colwell, 2000 UT 8, ¶ 44 , 994 P.2d 1

2013But "[f the claims are found on appeal to not constitute error, or the errors are found to be so minor as to result in no harm, the doctrine will not be applied." State v. Gonzales, 2005 UT 72, ¶ 74 , 125 P.3d 878 (declining to apply *904 the cumulative error doctrine where the claims on appeal did not constitute error or were harmless); State v. Kohl, 2000 UT 35, ¶ 25 , 999 P.2d 7 (determining that there was no cumulative error where the defendant's claims either did not amount to error or were so minor that they did not result in harm); see also State v. Colwell, 2000 UT 8, ¶ 44 , 994 P.2d 1

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Parsons v. Barnesgreen
utah · 1994 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1998–2012
2 sentences

2012We accordingly determine that counsel's *1046 strategy meets an objective standard of reasonableness. 112 Last, de la Cruz-Diaz claims that the combination of errors in this case "was so harmful that [his] conviction should be reversed under the cumulative error doctrine." "Because [de la Cruz-Diaz] has failed to establish any errors of counsel that prejudiced his right to a fair trial, the doctrine of cumulative error does not apply." See Parsons v. Barnes, 871 P.2d 516, 530 (Utah 1994). 13 Affirmed. 14 WE CONCUR: GREGORY K.

2012We accordingly determine that counsel's *1046 strategy meets an objective standard of reasonableness. 112 Last, de la Cruz-Diaz claims that the combination of errors in this case "was so harmful that [his] conviction should be reversed under the cumulative error doctrine." "Because [de la Cruz-Diaz] has failed to establish any errors of counsel that prejudiced his right to a fair trial, the doctrine of cumulative error does not apply." See Parsons v. Barnes, 871 P.2d 516, 530 (Utah 1994). 13 Affirmed. 14 WE CONCUR: GREGORY K.

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State v. Smithgreen
utahctapp · 2025 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2025–2026
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State v. Powellgreen
utah · 2007 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2007–2025
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State v. Raygreen
utah · 2020 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
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State v. Kinggreen
utahctapp · 2017 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
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State v. Cardallgreen
utah · 1999 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2000–2010
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Bundy v. Delandgreen
utah · 1988 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1994–1995
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State v. Davisgreen
utahctapp · 2013 · cited in 7 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2013–2017
2 sentences

2017“We review decisions relating to the qualification of a witness as an expert or as a lay witness for an abuse of discretion.” State v. Rothlisberger, 2004 UT App 226, ¶ 9 , 95 P.3d 1193 , aff'd, 2006 UT 49 , 147 P.3d 1176 . ¶ 16 Finally, Defendant argues that the errors he alleges, taken together, “undermine confidence in the fairness of [Defendant’s] trial.” “Under the cumulative error doctrine, we apply the standard of review applicable to each underlying claim or error” and “reverse only if the cumulative effect of multiple errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State

2017“We review decisions relating to the qualification of a witness as an expert or as a lay witness for an abuse of discretion.” State v. Rothlisberger, 2004 UT App 226, ¶ 9 , 95 P.3d 1193 , aff'd, 2006 UT 49 , 147 P.3d 1176 . ¶ 16 Finally, Defendant argues that the errors he alleges, taken together, “undermine confidence in the fairness of [Defendant’s] trial.” “Under the cumulative error doctrine, we apply the standard of review applicable to each underlying claim or error” and “reverse only if the cumulative effect of multiple errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State

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State v. McNeilgreen
utahctapp · 2013 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2016–2026
2 sentences

2019"Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had." State v. McNeil , 2013 UT App 134 , ¶ 70, 302 P.3d 844 (quotation simplified), aff'd , 2016 UT 3 , 365 P.3d 699 .

2019"Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had." State v. McNeil , 2013 UT App 134 , ¶ 70, 302 P.3d 844 (quotation simplified), aff'd , 2016 UT 3 , 365 P.3d 699 .

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State v. Haynesgreen
utahctapp · 2025 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2025–2026
2 sentences

2026State 20230735-CA, 20230760-CA, 20240282-CA 29 2026 UT App 30 State v. Mancia v. Haynes, 2025 UT App 75, ¶ 72 , 571 P.3d 1197 , cert. denied, 578 P.3d 749 (Utah 2025). ¶68 “To reverse under the cumulative error doctrine, this court must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” Id. ¶ 73 (cleaned up).

2026State 20230735-CA, 20230760-CA, 20240282-CA 29 2026 UT App 30 State v. Mancia v. Haynes, 2025 UT App 75, ¶ 72 , 571 P.3d 1197 , cert. denied, 578 P.3d 749 (Utah 2025). ¶68 “To reverse under the cumulative error doctrine, this court must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” Id. ¶ 73 (cleaned up).

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State v. McNeilgreen
utah · 2016 · cited in 5 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2016–2026
2 sentences

2019"Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had." State v. McNeil , 2013 UT App 134 , ¶ 70, 302 P.3d 844 (quotation simplified), aff'd , 2016 UT 3 , 365 P.3d 699 .

2019"Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had." State v. McNeil , 2013 UT App 134 , ¶ 70, 302 P.3d 844 (quotation simplified), aff'd , 2016 UT 3 , 365 P.3d 699 .

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Radman v. Flanders Corp.green
utahctapp · 2007 · cited in 4 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2013–2014
2 sentences

2014Shannon also claims that she is entitled to a new trial due to the cumulative harm caused by the trial court's errors. "'Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence ... that a fair trial was had." State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 1993) (omission in original) (citation and internal quotation marks omitted); see also Radman v. Flanders Corp., 2007 UT App 351, ¶20 , 172 P.3d 668 .

2014Shannon also claims that she is entitled to a new trial due to the cumulative harm caused by the trial court's errors. "'Under the cumulative error doctrine, we will reverse only if the cumulative effect of the several errors undermines our confidence ... that a fair trial was had." State v. Dunn, 850 P.2d 1201, 1229 (Utah 1993) (omission in original) (citation and internal quotation marks omitted); see also Radman v. Flanders Corp., 2007 UT App 351, ¶20 , 172 P.3d 668 .

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State v. Suhailgreen
utahctapp · 2023 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2023–2025
2 sentences

2025A “court must make three determinations before reversing a verdict or sentence under the cumulative error doctrine: it must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the 20220669-CA 45 2025 UT App 104 State v. Francis cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” State v. Suhail, 2023 UT App 15, ¶ 153 , 525 P.3d 550 (quotation simplified). ¶117 As indicated, we conclude that the district court committed two errors, both of which related to the charges involving Alice: (

2025A “court must make three determinations before reversing a verdict or sentence under the cumulative error doctrine: it must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the 20220669-CA 45 2025 UT App 104 State v. Francis cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” State v. Suhail, 2023 UT App 15, ¶ 153 , 525 P.3d 550 (quotation simplified). ¶117 As indicated, we conclude that the district court committed two errors, both of which related to the charges involving Alice: (

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State v. Whitegreen
utahctapp · 2016 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2018–2023
2 sentences

2023“Under the cumulative error doctrine, we apply the standard of review applicable to each underlying claim or error and reverse only if the cumulative effect of multiple errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. White, 2016 UT App 241, ¶ 14 , 391 P.3d 311 (quotation simplified).

2023“Under the cumulative error doctrine, we apply the standard of review applicable to each underlying claim or error and reverse only if the cumulative effect of multiple errors undermines our confidence that a fair trial was had.” State v. White, 2016 UT App 241, ¶ 14 , 391 P.3d 311 (quotation simplified).

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McKenzie v. Montanagreen
scotus · 1980 · cited in 3 Utah opinions naming this issue, 1986–1999
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State v. Eyregreen
utahctapp · 2019 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2019–2020
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Bank of America v. Adamsongreen
utah · 2017 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2018–2020
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State v. Houstongreen
utah · 2015 · cited in 2 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2015–2018
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State v. Brahamgreen
washctapp · 1993 · cited in 1 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
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State v. Newberrygreen
utahctapp · 2026 · cited in 1 Utah opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
11

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Also cited on this issue (30)

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State v. Saedt green
utahctapp · 2026
2 sentences

2026State 20230735-CA, 20230760-CA, 20240282-CA 29 2026 UT App 30 State v. Mancia v. Haynes, 2025 UT App 75, ¶ 72 , 571 P.3d 1197 , cert. denied, 578 P.3d 749 (Utah 2025). ¶68 “To reverse under the cumulative error doctrine, this court must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” Id. ¶ 73 (cleaned up).

2026State 20230735-CA, 20230760-CA, 20240282-CA 29 2026 UT App 30 State v. Mancia v. Haynes, 2025 UT App 75, ¶ 72 , 571 P.3d 1197 , cert. denied, 578 P.3d 749 (Utah 2025). ¶68 “To reverse under the cumulative error doctrine, this court must determine that (1) an error occurred, (2) the error, standing alone, has a conceivable potential for harm, and (3) the cumulative effect of all the potentially harmful errors undermines its confidence in the outcome.” Id. ¶ 73 (cleaned up).

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State v. McKenzie green
mont · 1980
2 sentences

1987This claim is without merit. “ ‘Cumulative error’ refers to a number of errors which prejudice [a] defendant’s rights to a fair trial.” State v. Rammel, 721 P.2d 498, 501-02 (Utah 1986) (quoting State v. McKenzie, 186 Mont. 481, 514 , 608 P.2d 428, 448 , cert. denied, 449 U.S. 1050 , 101 S.Ct. 626 , 66 L.Ed.2d 507 (1980)).

1987This claim is without merit. “ ‘Cumulative error’ refers to a number of errors which prejudice [a] defendant’s rights to a fair trial.” State v. Rammel, 721 P.2d 498, 501-02 (Utah 1986) (quoting State v. McKenzie, 186 Mont. 481, 514 , 608 P.2d 428, 448 , cert. denied, 449 U.S. 1050 , 101 S.Ct. 626 , 66 L.Ed.2d 507 (1980)).

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State v. Centeno green
utah · 2023
22024–2025
State v. Sundara green
utahctapp · 2021
22021–2024
State v. Miles green
utahctapp · 2020
22020–2024
State v. Widdison green
utah · 2001
22002–2021
State v. Wilkes green
utahctapp · 2020
22020–2021
State v. Lopez-Gonzalez green
utahctapp · 2020
22020–2021
State v. Lowther green
utah · 2017
22017–2020
State v. Alfatlawi green
utahctapp · 2006
22020–2020
State v. Carvajal green
utahctapp · 2018
22018–2019
State v. Martinez-Castellanos green
utahctapp · 2017
22017–2018
State v. Jones green
utah · 2015
22017–2018
State v. Decorso green
utah · 1999
22011–2016
State v. King green
utahctapp · 2010
22012–2014
State v. Gallegos green
utah · 2009
22011–2013
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12026–2026
Schmidt v. Petersen green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Moore green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Brown green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Johnson green
utahctapp · 2016
12025–2025
State v. Hogue green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. McDaniel green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Mike green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Hunt green
utah · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Tolman green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Bush green
utahctapp · 2025
12025–2025
State v. Lopez green
utahctapp · 2019
12024–2024
State v. Granere green
utahctapp · 2024
12024–2024
State v. Whitchurch green
utahctapp · 2024
12024–2024

Statutes the citing opinions construe

UT § Utah Code § 76-2-103 (16) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-404.1 (16) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-103 (12) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-302 (12) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-402 (11) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-203 (11) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-102 (9) UT § Utah Code § 76-2-202 (9) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-202 (8) UT § Utah Code § 76-3-207 (7) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-402 (7) UT § Utah Code § 76-5-405 (7)

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

OH 763 (1984–2026) WA 493 (1981–2026) CA 282 (1961–2026) TN 276 (2001–2026) KS 247 (1994–2026) NM 222 (1967–2026) UT 194 (1986–2026) ID 183 (1987–2026) CO 143 (1983–2026) MS 136 (1991–2026) TX 132 (1948–2026) GA 106 (1984–2026) NV 99 (1994–2026) FL 98 (1985–2025) KY 89 (2012–2026) OK 76 (1988–2026) NJ 75 (1989–2026) WV 66 (1976–2025) MT 55 (1976–2026) AL 43 (1980–2022) IL 42 (1982–2026) MI 35 (1995–2026) AZ 35 (1966–2026) WY 29 (1991–2025) AR 29 (1994–2025) MN 23 (1989–2026) PA 22 (1979–2026) SC 22 (2005–2026) OR 17 (2000–2026) MA 12 (1996–2025) CT 12 (1980–2021) NE 12 (2002–2026) DE 11 (2014–2025) NC 10 (2014–2026) IA 10 (2017–2025) LA 8 (2009–2024) VI 6 (2012–2013) MD 5 (1999–2022) WI 4 (2003–2022) SD 3 (2019–2026) ME 3 (2013–2024) ND 2 (2013–2013) IN 2 (2009–2018) VT 2 (2017–2018)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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