State v. Stukes

Melvin P. Stukes appeals his conviction for criminal sexual conduct (CSC) and first degree burglary, arguing the court of appeals erred in affirming the trial court’s jury instruction that Victim’s testimony need not be corroborated by additional *496evidence or testimony pursuant to Section 16-3-657 of the South Carolina Code (2003).1 We reverse and hold instructing the jury on this statute is an impermissible charge on the facts and therefore unconstitutional. We further overrule our precedent condoning this instruction.

FACTUAL/PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

On the evening of May 10, 2004, Victim arrived…