State v. Sorenson

¶ 37. (concurring in part; dissenting in part). I agree with the majority that the judgment in this matter should be reversed. But I would remand for a trial at which Sorenson would be permitted to introduce evidence of the victim's recantation. The jury could then weigh that testimony, Sorenson's possible testimony, and the testimony of the other witnesses to determine whether it was substantially probable that Sorenson would engage in acts of sexual violence in the future.

¶ 38. I also agree with the majority that trial courts are not barred from applying the doctrine of offensive issue…