(1)  A conviction may be had on the uncorroborated testimony of an accomplice.

Terms Used In Utah Code 77-17-7

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
(2)  In the discretion of the court, an instruction to the jury may be given to the effect that such uncorroborated testimony should be viewed with caution, and such an instruction shall be given if the trial judge finds the testimony of the accomplice to be self contradictory, uncertain or improbable.

Enacted by Chapter 15, 1980 General Session

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