People v. Hull

Opinion

PANELLI, J.

We granted review to determine whether a writ of mandate under Code of Civil Procedure section 170.3, subdivision (d)1 (hereafter section 170.3(d)) is the exclusive means by which a party may seek review of an unsuccessful peremptory challenge against a trial judge. (§ 170.6.) We conclude, as did the Court of Appeal in this case, that section 170.3(d) prescribes the exclusive means of appellate review of an unsuccessful peremptory challenge.

Facts

Petitioner Alma Mae Hull (Hull) was charged by information with the sale of cocaine base (Health & Saf. Code, § 11352).2 She waived…