State of Missouri v. Randell Davis

I. Introduction

Randell Davis (Defendant) appeals his conviction of one count of forcible rape under RSMo § 566.030 1 , claiming (1) that the DNA evidence in his case should have been suppressed as the product of an illegal search under the Fourth Amendment and (2) that there was insufficient evidence to convict him of rape beyond a reasonable doubt because the victim’s testimony was conflicting. We affirm the judgment of the trial court.

II. Factual and Procedural Background

On April 30, 2008, the victim in this case (A.S.) snuck into the basement of 4942 Hurley Street, home to Defendant,…