Burkhalter v. State

Annabelle Clinton Imber, Justice.

The appellant, Craig Henry Burkhalter, was convicted of rape, sexual abuse in the first degree, and violation of a minor in the first degree. On appeal, Burkhalter contends that his convictions must be reversed due to juror misconduct. We find no merit to this argument, and accordingly, we affirm.

During the trial, the victim testified that starting when she was seven years old until she reached the age of fifteen, Burkhalter performed various sexual acts on her. Portions of the victim’s testimony were corroborated by a neighbor who witnessed and participated…