State v. Heath
Court of Appeals of Washington
1Opinion of the CourtRoe, C.J.
Jeffrey Heath appeals a conviction of first degree murder. We affirm.
On September 27, 1980, Jeffrey Heath and Earl Weagley were fighting; many people were present. Although there is conflicting testimony as to how the fight began, two witnesses agreed Earl Weagley (the victim) struck the first blow. The fight ended when Heath shot and killed Weagley.
His appeal and personal restraint petition were consolidated and present several issues.
Prior to trial, Heath requested the jury be sequestered because of potential adverse publicity. This potential existed because of Heath's association with a…
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- State v. JonesWashington Supreme Court · 1981
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