Judge Juan Merchan is currently revisiting a crucial aspect of his instructions to the jury concerning the legal definition of an accomplice. The instructions highlight that, according to the law, Michael Cohen is considered an accomplice due to evidence suggesting his involvement in a crime related to the allegations against the defendant.
The instructions emphasize the significance our legal system places on the testimony of an accomplice who incriminates another individual in a crime, especially when the accomplice stands to gain a benefit in exchange for their testimony.
Jurors are advised that, even if they find Michael Cohen's testimony to be credible, they cannot convict the defendant based solely on that testimony. Instead, they must also determine whether there is corroborating evidence linking the defendant to the alleged crime.
