State v. Grantham
Court of Appeals of Washington
1Opinion of the CourtSeinfeld, J.
James Grantham challenges his conviction and sentence for two counts of second degree rape against the same victim. We conclude that the evidence was sufficient to establish that the two counts did not constitute the same criminal conduct. We further conclude that the prosecutors’ comments during closing argument *856were supported by the record and did not prejudice Grantham. Finding no error, we affirm.
FACTS
The evening of the rapes, Grantham and L.S., the victim of the attacks, had been attending a party. When the party broke up, L.S. left with Grantham and, in response to Grantham’s urging,…
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