TAYLOR, J.
Appellant was convicted of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. We reverse his conviction and remand for a new trial because the trial court infringed upon appellant's right to remain silent by threatening a mistrial if he failed to testify to support comments made by defense counsel in opening statement.
After stopping appellant for speeding and placing him in custody for driving with a suspended license, the arresting officer conducted...
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