GERSTEN, Judge.
Joseph Johnson ("Johnson") appeals his conviction and sentence for burglary of an occupied dwelling and petit theft of a checkbook. He contends the trial court abused its discretion in allowing the State to cross-examine him on the specific nature of his prior convictions. We agree and reverse.
In this case, Johnson testified in his own defense. On direct examination, his attorney asked if he had ever been convicted. Johnson testified truthfully...
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