State v. Ganrude

Steven Alan Ganrude (Ganrude) appeals his conviction for aggravated assault and his conviction as an habitual offender. We affirm.

FACTS

Ganrude’s conviction arises out of an altercation during the 1991 State Fair in Huron, South Dakota. The victim was employed by an amusement stand on the fairgrounds and left work at approximately 10:00 p.m. on the night of September 1. He began walking the fairgrounds and eventually encountered Lisa Palmer (Palmer), a girl from his hometown with whom he was somewhat acquainted. Palmer was in the company of Kevin Patalano (Patala-no) and the three continued…