P. v. Martinez CA4/2
Following a conviction for first degree murder and attempted premeditated murder, Daniel Emanuel Martinez received a sentence of 22 years 4 months plus 50 years to life, which included several firearm enhancements. During voir dire, Martinez brought a Batson/Wheeler motion arguing the prosecutor peremptorily excused three Hispanic prospective jurors based solely on their race. The trial court denied the motion on the ground Martinez failed to make a prima facie showing of discrimination, and Martinez challenged that ruling on appeal.
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