Johnson v. State

Barnes, Chief Judge.

Jamal Cymonne Johnson appeals his conviction for ten counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, ten counts of aggravated assault with intent to rob, burglary, and possession of a weapon during the commission of a crime. Johnson contends the trial court erred for two reasons. First, he argues the court violated the “Bruton Rule” by admitting a detective’s alleged hearsay statement, which was inconsistent with a previous witness’s testimony, without laying the proper impeachment foundation. Second, Johnson argues the court erred by charging the jury on impeachment by…