RAMIREZ, J.
Appellant Byron Dawson seeks reversal of his conviction and sentence after a second trial. Based on a mistrial declared during the first trial, we conclude that Dawson's right against double jeopardy was violated and we reverse.
Dawson was brought to trial on charges of possession of heroin, tampering with physical evidence, resisting an officer with violence, and battery on a law enforcement officer. The court agreed before voir dire to allow...
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