Considering the case as a whole, and the strength of the evidence against the defendant, we do not think a reversal is warranted. However, we take this opportunity to state the following cautions: We disapprove of the District Attorney's repeated use of the word "lie" in commenting on the defense testimony. The use of invective is particularly inappropriate by a representative of the District Attorney in addressing a jury; it militates against the calm atmosphere in which...
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