Bishop v. State

Brandon Bishop appeals his conviction for first degree attempted murder with a weapon. Raising numerous issues on appeal, we affirm on all issues. The only issue we discuss is whether there was sufficient evidence of premeditation.

Bishop and the victim had dated for several years. Before the attack, the victim had broken up with Bishop. Even after the romantic relationship ended, the two continued to associate. On the day of the attack, Bishop invited the victim to a movie. When the victim arrived at his house, Bishop became so focused on what he was about to do that he could not follow the…