State v. Killen

— Robert Joseph Killen appeals his convictions of simple assault, second degree rape, and unlawful imprisonment. The sole issue is whether the trial court erred in temporarily setting aside the names of three veniremen who voiced scheduling conflicts with the trial. We affirm.

During voir dire, the trial court asked the veniremen if they had any "genuine time problem", but no "flippant reasons", if the trial lasted more than 3 days. Mrs. Curtis stated she worked in a 2-person office, and her boss was going out of town. Mr. Schultz stated he had vacation plans. Mrs. Mack had a meeting scheduled…