State v. Crummy

WALKER, Judge.

Defendants bring forth twelve assignments of error for this Court to consider on appeal. Defendant Pierce proffers two additional objections. In light of the magnitude and complex nature of this case, we find it prudent to address each contention separately.

I

Defendants first argue the trial court erred when it excused venirepersons on the basis of ex parte communications. The trial court instructed the Jury Intake Officer and Deputy Clerk that they were to discuss with the venirepersons any problems they may have in sitting on the jury. The Jury Intake Officer and Deputy Clerk…