The San Jose-based Sixth District Court of Appeal concluded that Dana Stubblefield's rape conviction was invalid as it violated the Racial Justice Act, emphasizing systemic bias.
Stubblefield's trial attorney expressed relief at the appellate court's decision, stating they believed from the start that the conviction couldn't stand due to the violation of justice.
The ruling requires the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office to consider whether to re-file charges against Stubblefield, marking a significant application of California's Racial Justice Act.
This decision represents the first major case reversal in Santa Clara County under the Racial Justice Act of 2020, highlighting its impact on the justice system.
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