LETTS, Judge.
The defendant appeals the trial court giving the jury a partial written re-instruction. We agree that was error and reverse.
During its deliberations, the jury asked for a copy of the definition of possession of cocaine. The trial court, over defense counsel's objection, read aloud the definition of the term "possession." The jury, thereafter, renewed its request to have the possession definition in writing. A completed copy of all the instructions...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.