Mickelson v. State

After a jury-waived trial, Appellant was convicted for unlawful possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance. Appellant appealed, contending (1) he was denied effective assistance of counsel, and (2) the trial court improperly admitted lay opinion testimony concerning his level of intoxication. The Supreme Court affirmed, holding (1) Appellant was not denied effective assistance of trial counsel; and (2) the testimony of two bartenders regarding Appellant's level of intoxication was properly admitted and considered by the trial court, as the testimony was based on the bartenders' observations of Appellant and was helpful to the fact-finder's determination of whether Appellant had the requisite intent. View "Mickelson v. State" on Justia Law