State v. Hannon

ARNOLD, Chief Judge.

Dr. Jane Matteson was assistant principal at South Park High School at the time the victim made her allegations. She was called to testify as an expert for the State. The following statements constitute the objectionable portion of her testimony according to defendant.

[Prosecutor]: Based upon your personal dealings with [the victim] and your observations of her for over three years now; is that correct? Do you have an opinion satisfactory to yourself as to her truthfulness or untruthfulness?

[Dr. Matteson]: Yes, I do.

Q: Could you please tell us that opinion?

A: [The victim]…