Lewis v. State

Trevor Lewis appeals his conviction and sentence for armed burglary of a dwelling, robbery with a firearm, and aggravated battery. He raises two issues on appeal. First, he argues that the trial court erred in allowing the admission of hearsay testimony. Second, he asserts error in the denial of his motion for judgment of acquittal. We reverse on the admission of hearsay testimony for reasons hereinafter explained, and find its admission was harmful and prejudicial. Our holding renders the second issue moot.

Lewis was charged by information with armed burglary of a dwelling (Count I), robbery…