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set forth standard in Louisiana

187 Louisiana opinions name it 2 courts 1958–2024 7 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Louisiana 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 (22)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Captvillegreen
la · 1984 · cited in 15 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2005–2013
2 sentences

2013Under this standard, the appellate court “must determine that the evidence, viewed in the light most favorable to the prosecution, was sufficient to convince a rational trier of fact that all of the elements of the crime had been proved beyond a reasonable doubt.” State v. Neal, 00-0674 (La.6/29/01), 796 So.2d 649, 657 (citing State v. Captville, 448 So.2d 676, 678 (La.1984)).

2013Under this standard, the appellate court “must determine that the evidence, viewed in the light most favorable to the prosecution, was sufficient to convince a rational trier of fact that all of the elements of the crime had been proved beyond a reasonable doubt.” State v. Neal, 00-0674, (La.6/29/01) 796 So.2d 649, 657 (citing State v. Captville, 448 So.2d 676, 678 (La.1984)).

1515
State v. Nealgreen
la · 2001 · cited in 15 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2005–2013
2 sentences

2013Under this standard, the appellate court “must determine that the evidence, viewed in the light most favorable to the prosecution, was sufficient to convince a rational trier of fact that all of the elements of the crime had been proved beyond a reasonable doubt.” State v. Neal, 00-0674 (La.6/29/01), 796 So.2d 649, 657 (citing State v. Captville, 448 So.2d 676, 678 (La.1984)).

2013Under this standard, the appellate court “must determine that the evidence, viewed in the light most favorable to the prosecution, was sufficient to convince a rational trier of fact that all of the elements of the crime had been proved beyond a reasonable doubt.” State v. Neal, 00-0674, (La.6/29/01) 796 So.2d 649, 657 (citing State v. Captville, 448 So.2d 676, 678 (La.1984)).

1515
State v. Burrowgreen
lactapp · 1990 · cited in 5 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1995–1996
2 sentences

1996In State v. Burrow, 565 So.2d 972, 976 (La.App. 5 Cir.1990), writ denied, 572 So.2d 60 (La.1991), the court set forth the standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence as follows: *1263 The constitutional standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence, enunciated in Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979), requires that a conviction be based on proof sufficient for any rational trier of fact, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, to find the essential elements of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.

1996LAW AND ARGUMENT In State v. Burrow, 565 So.2d 972 (La.App. 5 Cir.1990), writ denied, 572 So.2d 60 (La. 1991), this court set forth the standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence as follows: The constitutional standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence, enunciated in Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979), requires that a conviction be based on proof sufficient for any rational trier of fact, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, to find the essential elements of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.

25
Taylor v. Premier Insurancegreen
lactapp · 1999 · cited in 3 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2000–2018
2 sentences

2018Co. , 98-1935, p. 7 (La.App. 3 Cir. 6/30/99), 742 So.2d 35 , 40 (citations omitted).

2001Co., 98-1935, p. 7 (La.App. 3 Cir. 6/30/99); 742 So.2d 35, 40 (citations omitted).

23
State v. Bennettgreen
la · 1977 · cited in 3 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1992–1996
2 sentences

1996In State v. Bennett, 345 So.2d 1129, 1138 (La.1977), the Court set forth factors which the trial court must take into consideration when determining whether a defendant is competent to proceed: Appropriate considerations in determining whether the accused is fully aware of the nature of the proceedings include: whether he understands the nature of the charge and can appreciate its seriousness; whether he understands what defenses are available; whether he can distinguish a guilty plea from a not guilty plea and understand the consequences of each; whether he has an awareness of his legal right

1994In State v. Bennett, 345 So.2d 1129, 1138 (La.1977), the Court set forth factors which the trial court must take into consideration when determining whether a defendant is competent to proceed: Appropriate considerations in determining whether the accused is fully aware of the nature of the proceedings include: whether he understands the nature of the charge and can appreciate its seriousness; whether he understands what defenses are available; whether he can distinguish a guilty plea from a not guilty plea and understand the consequences of each; whether he has an awareness of his legal right

23
State, in Interest of Mlgreen
lactapp · 1992 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2015–2024
22
STATE, DOTD v. Williamsongreen
la · 1992 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2005–2006
22
State v. Thorntongreen
la · 1977 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2004–2005
22
Sibley v. Bd. of Sup'rs of Louisiana State Universitygreen
la · 1985 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1995–2002
22
State v. Lovegreen
lactapp · 1992 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1996–1999
22
Jackson v. Virginiared
scotus · 1979 · cited in 49 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1991–2017
2 sentences

2016This court set forth the standard for determining if the State adequately proved identity in State v. Stewart, 2004-2219, p. 6 (La.App. 4 Cir. 6/29/05), 909 So.2d 636 , 639: |iaWhen identity is disputed, the State must negate any reasonable probability of misidentification in order to satisfy its burden under Jackson v. Virginia [ 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979)].

2016This court set forth the standard for determining if the State adequately proved identity in State v. Stewart, 2004-2219, p. 6 (La.App. 4 Cir. 6/29/05), 909 So.2d 636 , 639: |iaWhen identity is disputed, the State must negate any reasonable probability of misidentification in order to satisfy its burden under Jackson v. Virginia [ 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979)].

149
State v. Jamesgreen
lactapp · 1991 · cited in 4 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1993–1994
2 sentences

1994In State v. James, 581 So.2d 349 (La.App. 4th Cir.1991), this court set forth the standard of review of the issuance of a search warrant: C.Cr.P. art. 162 provides that a search warrant may be issued "only upon probable cause established to the satisfaction of the judge, by the affidavit of a credible person, reciting facts and establishing the cause for the issuance of the warrant." The Louisiana Supreme Court has held that probable cause exists when: the facts and circumstances within the affiant's knowledge, and those of which he has reasonably trustworthy information, are sufficient to sup

1994In State v. James, 581 So.2d 349 (La.App. 4th Cir.1991), this court set forth the standard of review of the issuance of a search warrant: C.Cr.P. art. 162 provides that a search warrant may be issued "only upon probable cause established to the satisfaction of the judge, by the affidavit of a credible person, reciting facts and establishing the cause for the issuance of the warrant." The Louisiana Supreme Court has held that probable cause exists when: the facts and circumstances within the affiant's knowledge, and those of which he has reasonably trustworthy information, are sufficient to sup

14
State v. Crawfordgreen
lactapp · 2003 · cited in 3 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2003–2005
2 sentences

2005This court set forth the standard for determining the merits of a Brady claim in State v. Crawford, 2002-2048, pp. 10-11 (La.App. 4 Cir. 2/12/03) , 848 So.2d 615, 623-624 [1] : To comport with the dictates of the due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, the State must disclose to the defense evidence that is favorable to the defense and is material to guilt or punishment.

2004In State v. Crawford, 2002-2048, pp. 10-11 (La.App. 4 Cir. 2/12/03) , 848 So.2d 615 , 623-624 1 this Court set forth the standard for determining the merits of a Brady claim: To comport with the dictates of the due process clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, the State must disclose to the defense evidence that is favorable to the defense and is material to guilt or punishment.

13
State v. Ashgreen
lactapp · 1999 · cited in 3 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2001–2001
2 sentences

2001App. 4 Cir. 2/10/99), 729 So.2d 664, 667-68 , this Court set forth the standard of review applicable to a claim that the evidence produced was constitutionally insufficient to support a conviction: In evaluating whether evidence is constitutionally sufficient to support a conviction, an appellate court must determine whether, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

2001In State v. Ash, 97-2061, pp. 4-5 (La.App. 4 Cir. 2/10/99), 729 So.2d 664, 667 , this court set forth the standard of review applicable to a claim that, the evidence produced was constitutionally insufficient to support a conviction: In evaluating whether evidence is constitutionally sufficient to support a conviction, an appellate court must determine whether, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

13
State v. Heckgreen
lactapp · 1990 · cited in 3 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1991–1992
13
State v. Jonesgreen
lactapp · 1999 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2000–2001
12
State v. Mooregreen
lactapp · 1986 · cited in 2 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 1987–1996
12
Roberts v. Sewerage and Water Bd.green
la · 1994 · cited in 1 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
11
Tarifa v. Riessgreen
lactapp · 2003 · cited in 1 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
11
Tarifa v. Riessgreen
la · 2003 · cited in 1 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
11
Carter v. State ex rel. Department of Transportation & Developmentgreen
la · 2003 · cited in 1 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
11
Housley v. Cerisegreen
la · 1991 · cited in 1 Louisiana opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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

Also cited on this issue (58)

CaseCitedYears
State v. Smith green
la · 2003
2 sentences

2023We disagree. 22 In State v. Smith, 2001-2574, p. 7 (La. 1/14/03), 839 So.2d 1, 4 , the Court set forth the standard for evaluating a claim of excessive sentence: Louisiana Constitution of 1974, art.

2013In State v. Smith, 2001-2574, pp. 6-7 (La.1/14/03), 839 So.2d 1, 4 , the Court set forth the standard for evaluating a claim of excessive sentence: Louisiana Constitution of 1974, art.

162006–2023
State v. Brown green
la · 2005
2 sentences

2013In State v. Brown, 03-0897, p. 22 (La.4/12/05), 907 So.2d 1, 18 , the Court set forth the standard for determining a claim of insufficiency of evidence: When reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence to support a conviction, Louisiana appellate courts are controlled by the standard enunciated in Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979).

2013Mr. Martin contends that the State failed to prove that he killed Mr. Perkins. 2 In State v. Brown, 03-0897, p. 22 (La.4/12/05), 907 So.2d 1, 18 , the Court set forth the standard for examining a claim of insufficiency of evidence: When reviewing the sufficiency of the evidence to support a conviction, Louisiana appellate courts are controlled by the standard enunciated in Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979).

152005–2013
State v. Clark green
lactapp · 2002
2 sentences

2013In State v. Clark, 01-2087, p. 15 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/25/02), 828 So.2d 1173, 1183 , this court set forth the standard for determining whether a prosecutor’s remarks are so prejudicial as to warrant a new trial: The scope of closing argument “shall be confined to evidence admitted, to the lack of evidence, to conclusions of fact that the state or defendant may draw therefrom, and to the law applicable to the case.

2011People turn around and he shoots them in the back as a cold blooded murderer.” In State v. Clark, 2001-2087, p. 15 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/25/02), 828 So.2d 1173, 1183 , this Court set forth the standard for determining whether a prosecutor’s remarks are so prejudicial as to warrant a new trial: The scope of closing argument “shall be confined to evidence admitted, to the lack of evidence, to conclusions of fact that the state or defendant may draw therefrom, and to the law applicable to the case.

92006–2013
State v. Rosiere green
la · 1986
2 sentences

2011Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. at 2789[, 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979) ]; State v. Rosiere, 488 So.2d 965 (La.1986).

2000Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. at 2789[, 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979)]; State v. Rosiere, 488 So.2d 965 (La.1986).

91995–2011
State v. Landry green
lactapp · 2004
2 sentences

2014This Court previously set out the standard of review for an excessive sentence: In State v. Landry, 20031671 pp. 4-5 (La.App. 4th Cir. 3/31/04) 871 So.2d 1235, 1239 , the Court set forth a standard of review for excessive sentencing claims: La.

2013In State v. Landry, 2003-1671, pp. 7-9 (La.App. 4 Cir. 3/31/04), 871 So.2d 1235, 1239-40 , this Court set forth the standard for reviewing an excessive sentence claim: La.

82010–2014
Walters v. Dept. of Police of New Orleans green
la · 1984
2 sentences

2012Walters v. Department of Police of the City of New Orleans, 454 So.2d 106 (La.1984).

2007Walters v. Department of Police of the City of New Orleans, 454 So.2d 106 (La.1984).

72001–2012
Smith v. New Orleans Police Dept. green
lactapp · 1999
2 sentences

2012The law is, in my view, quite clear and is summarized by the following quote from Stevens v. Dept. of Police, 00-1682, pp. 4-8 (La.App. 4 Cir. 5/9/01), 789 So.2d 622 , 625-27: In Smith v. New Orleans Police Department, 99-0024, pp. 5-6 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/22/99), 743 So.2d 834, 837-838 , writ denied, 99-3242 (La.1/14/00), 753 So.2d 221 , this Court set forth the standard of appellate review regarding civil service disciplinary cases as.follows: In civil service disciplinary cases, an appellate court is presented with a multifaceted review function.

2007In Smith v. New Orleans Police Department, 99-0024, pp. 5-6 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/22/99), 743 So.2d 834, 837-38 , this court set forth the standard of appellate review regarding civil service disciplinary cases: In civil service disciplinary cases, an appellate court is presented with a multifaceted review function.

72001–2012
State v. Freeman green
lactapp · 2001
2 sentences

2006In Stale v. Freeman, 01-997, pp. 2-3 (La.App. 3 Cir. 12/12/01), 801 So.2d 578, 580 , this court set forth the standard for insufficiency claims: When the issue of sufficiency of evidence is raised on appeal, the critical inquiry of the reviewing court is whether, after viewing the evidence in the light, most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the essential elements of the crime proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

2006In State v. Freeman, 01-997, pp. 2-3 (La.App. 3 Cir. 12/12/01), 801 So.2d 578, 580 , this court set forth the standard for insufficiency claims: When the issue of sufficiency of evidence is raised on appeal, the critical inquiry of the reviewing court is whether, after viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the essential elements of the crime proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

72006–2006
Smith v. New Orleans Police Dept. neutral
la · 2000
2 sentences

2012The law is, in my view, quite clear and is summarized by the following quote from Stevens v. Dept. of Police, 00-1682, pp. 4-8 (La.App. 4 Cir. 5/9/01), 789 So.2d 622 , 625-27: In Smith v. New Orleans Police Department, 99-0024, pp. 5-6 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/22/99), 743 So.2d 834, 837-838 , writ denied, 99-3242 (La.1/14/00), 753 So.2d 221 , this Court set forth the standard of appellate review regarding civil service disciplinary cases as.follows: In civil service disciplinary cases, an appellate court is presented with a multifaceted review function.

2005In Smith v. New Orleans Police Department, 99-0024, pp. 5-6 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/22/99), 743 So.2d 834, 837-38 , writ denied, 99-3242 (La.1/14/00), 753 So.2d 221 , this court set forth the standard of appellate review regarding civil service disciplinary cases as follows: In civil service disciplinary cases, an appellate court is presented with a multifaceted review function.

62001–2012
State v. Barling green
lactapp · 2001
2 sentences

2010In State v. Barling, 00-1241, 01-1591, p. 12 (La.App. 3 Cir. 1/31/01), 779 So.2d 1035, 1042-43 , writ denied, 01-838 (La.2/1/02), 808 So.2d 331 , this court set forth the standard for reviewing excessive sentence claims: [Louisiana Constitution Article 1], § 20 guarantees that, “[n]o law shall subject any person to cruel or unusual punishment.” To constitute |aan excessive sentence, the reviewing court must find the penalty so grossly disproportionate to the severity of the crime as to shock our sense of justice or that the sentence makes no measurable contribu *1178 tion to acceptable penal g

2009In State v. Barling, 00-1241, 00-1591, p. 12 (La.App. 3 Cir. 1/31/01), 779 So.2d 1035, 1042-43 , writ denied, 01-838 (La.2/1/02), 808 So.2d 331 , this court set forth the standard for reviewing excessive sentence claims: La.

52007–2010
State v. Barling green
la · 2002
2 sentences

2010In State v. Barling, 00-1241, 01-1591, p. 12 (La.App. 3 Cir. 1/31/01), 779 So.2d 1035, 1042-43 , writ denied, 01-838 (La.2/1/02), 808 So.2d 331 , this court set forth the standard for reviewing excessive sentence claims: [Louisiana Constitution Article 1], § 20 guarantees that, “[n]o law shall subject any person to cruel or unusual punishment.” To constitute |aan excessive sentence, the reviewing court must find the penalty so grossly disproportionate to the severity of the crime as to shock our sense of justice or that the sentence makes no measurable contribu *1178 tion to acceptable penal g

2009In State v. Barling, 00-1241, 00-1591, p. 12 (La.App. 3 Cir. 1/31/01), 779 So.2d 1035, 1042-43 , writ denied, 01-838 (La.2/1/02), 808 So.2d 331 , this court set forth the standard for reviewing excessive sentence claims: La.

52007–2010
State v. Davis green
lactapp · 1989
2 sentences

1996State v. Rosiere, 488 So.2d 965 (La.1986); State v. Davis, 540 So.2d 600 ([La.App.] 5th Cir.1989).

1996State v. Rosiere, 488 So.2d 965 (La. 1986); State v. Davis, 540 So.2d 600 (5th Cir.1989).

51995–1996
State v. Burrow green
la · 1991
2 sentences

1996In State v. Burrow, 565 So.2d 972, 976 (La.App. 5 Cir.1990), writ denied, 572 So.2d 60 (La.1991), the court set forth the standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence as follows: *1263 The constitutional standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence, enunciated in Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979), requires that a conviction be based on proof sufficient for any rational trier of fact, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, to find the essential elements of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.

1996LAW AND ARGUMENT In State v. Burrow, 565 So.2d 972 (La.App. 5 Cir.1990), writ denied, 572 So.2d 60 (La. 1991), this court set forth the standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence as follows: The constitutional standard for testing the sufficiency of the evidence, enunciated in Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979), requires that a conviction be based on proof sufficient for any rational trier of fact, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, to find the essential elements of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.

51995–1996
State v. Duncan green
la · 1982
2 sentences

1994State v. Duncan, 420 So.2d 1105 (La.1982).

1994State v. Duncan, 420 So.2d 1105 (La.1982).

51993–1994
Brady v. Maryland green
scotus · 1963
2 sentences

2005Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 , 83 S.Ct. 1194 , 10 L.Ed.2d 215 (1963); State v. Porter, 98-0279 (La.

2005Brady v. Maryland, 373 U.S. 83 , 83 S.Ct. 1194 , 10 L.Ed.2d 215 (1963); State v. Porter, 98-0279 (La.

41990–2005
Ames v. Ohle green
lactapp · 2012
2 sentences

2022App. 4 Cir. 5/23/12), 97 So.3d 386, 390-91 , this court set forth the standard of review applicable to a peremptory exception of prescription as follows: Ordinarily, a party asserting a peremptory exception of prescription bears the burden of proof.

2018App. 4 Cir. 5/23/12), 97 So.3d 386 , 390-91, this court set forth the standard of review for such exceptions as follows: Ordinarily, a party asserting a peremptory exception of prescription bears the burden of proof.

32018–2022
State v. Green green
lactapp · 1991
2 sentences

2015Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979); State v. Green, 588 So.2d 757 (La.App. 4 Cir.1991).

2005Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U.S. 307 , 99 S.Ct. 2781 , 61 L.Ed.2d 560 (1979); State v. Green, 588 So.2d 757 (La.App. 4 Cir.1991).

31998–2015
State Ex Rel. Km green
lactapp · 2010
2 sentences

2014App. 4 Cir. 9/29/10), 49 So.3d 460 , this Court set forth the standard of review in a juvenile delinquency case as follows: In evaluating the sufficiency of evidence to support a conviction, an appellate court must determine whether, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

2014R.S. 14:35 defines simple battery as “a battery committed without the consent of the victim.” In State ex rel K.M., 2010-0649, pp. 4-5 (La.App. 4 Cir. 9/29/10), 49 So.3d 460 , 463-464, this Court set forth the standard of review in a juvenile delinquency case as follows: In evaluating the sufficiency of evidence to support a conviction, an appellate court must determine whether, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

32012–2014
State v. Lambert green
lactapp · 1998
2 sentences

2014With regard to sufficiency of the evidence, this court set forth the standard to be used in State v. Lambert, 97-64, pp. 4-5 (La.App. 3 Cir. 9/30/98), 720 So.2d 724 , 726-27: When the issue of sufficiency of evidence is raised on appeal, the critical inquiry of the reviewing court is whether, after viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the essential elements of the crime proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

2013With regard to sufficiency of the evidence, this court set forth the standard to be used in State v. Lambert, 97-64, pp. 4-5 (La.App. 3 Cir. 9/30/98), 720 So.2d 724 , 726-27: When the issue of sufficiency of evidence is raised on appeal, the critical inquiry of the reviewing court is whether, after viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecution, any rational trier of fact could have found the essential elements of the crime proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

32013–2014
State v. Smith green
lactapp · 1995
2 sentences

2000In State v. Smith, 94-1502, p. 2 (La.App. 4 Cir. 1/19/95); 649 So.2d 1078, 1081 , this court set forth the standard for evaluating the sufficiency of the evidence to support a defendant's conviction when it stated: The standard for reviewing a claim of insufficient evidence is whether, after viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecutor, a rational trier of fact could have found the essential elements of the offense proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

1998In State v. Smith, 94-1502, p. 2 (La.App. 4th Cir 1/19/95), 649 So.2d 1078, 1081 , this court set forth the standard for an appellate review of the sufficiency of evidence to support a defendant’s conviction: The standard for reviewing a claim of insufficient evidence is whether, after viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the prosecutor, a rational trier of fact could have found the essential elements of the offense proven beyond a reasonable doubt.

31998–2000
State v. Sterling green
la · 1979
2 sentences

1996The evidence, of course, must also be relevant for some purpose, and a balance must be struck between the evidentiary value of the photograph and its tendency to overwhelm reason and to associate the accused with the atrocity without sufficient evidence, State v. Sterling, 377 So.2d 58 (1979).

1992The evidence, of course, must also be relevant for some purpose, and a balance must be struck between the evidentiary value of the photograph and its tendency to overwhelm reason and to associate the accused with the atrocity without sufficient evidence, State v. Sterling, 377 So.2d 58 (La.1979).

31987–1996
State v. Dean green
lactapp · 1986
31987–1996
State v. Jacobs green
la · 1987
31991–1992
State v. Heck green
la · 1990
31991–1992
State ex rel. D.S. neutral
lactapp · 2004
22015–2024
Sommer v. STATE, DEPT. OF TRANSP. DEVELOPMENT green
lactapp · 2000
22020–2020
State v. Trepagnier green
lactapp · 2014
22020–2020
Margaret Fisk Munro v. British American Oil Producing Co. green
· 2017
22018–2018
State v. Stewart green
lactapp · 2005
22013–2016
Manson v. Brathwaite green
scotus · 1977
21993–2016
Illinois v. Gates green
scotus · 1983
22008–2010
State v. Campbell green
la · 1981
22006–2010
State v. Price green
lactapp · 2003
22005–2009
Southern Railway Co. v. Seaboard Allied Milling Corp. green
scotus · 1979
22008–2009
Layssard v. STATE, DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS neutral
la · 2007
22008–2008
Layssard v. STATE, DEPART. OF PUBLIC SAFETY neutral
lactapp · 2007
22008–2008
State v. Blanton neutral
la · 1981
22007–2008
State v. Thompson green
la · 2003
22007–2008
State v. Bickham green
la · 1981
22007–2008
Duncan v. Kansas City Southern Railway Co. green
la · 2000
22008–2008

Statutes the citing opinions construe

LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 15:438 (34) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 15:529.1 (22) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 14:30.1 (17) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 14:31 (12) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 14:64 (12) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 40:967 (12) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 15:301.1 (11) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 14:27 (10) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 14:10 (9) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 1 (8) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 15 (8) LA § La. Rev. Stat. § 14:95.1 (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

LA 187 (1958–2024) OH 118 (1984–2025) MS 57 (1976–2016) PA 57 (1970–2021) MI 46 (1913–2025) AL 41 (1984–2024) IL 33 (1967–2026) WV 31 (1982–2023) TX 30 (1968–2024) CA 29 (1955–2024) FL 26 (1957–2023) MD 23 (1982–2022) OK 22 (1953–2018) WI 22 (1974–2020) ID 19 (1973–2016) NJ 19 (1954–2025) AR 17 (1998–2021) CT 14 (1984–2026) MA 13 (1988–2025) TN 12 (1985–2012) MT 12 (1970–2013) KY 11 (1994–2025) IN 11 (1986–2014) NY 11 (1980–2024) AZ 10 (1944–2025) WA 9 (1967–2021) MN 9 (1978–2026) NE 8 (1975–2025) SC 8 (1957–2011) UT 8 (1986–2019) VA 7 (1991–2024) NC 7 (1970–2001) NV 7 (1975–2000) KS 7 (1991–2011) WY 7 (1988–2016) GA 6 (1920–2013) RI 6 (1986–2003) HI 6 (1998–2017) MO 5 (1983–2018) ND 5 (1975–2002) OR 5 (1993–2015) NM 4 (1970–2017) CO 3 (1993–2025) SD 2 (1993–1996) AK 2 (1987–1994) DE 2 (1999–2022)

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