State v. Pierce, 21561 (4-13-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} James Elliot Pierce appeals a decision of the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas which overruled his motion for a new trial filed on February 22, 2006.

{¶ 2} On November 17, 2004, Pierce was indicted for aggravated murder, aggravated burglary, two counts of felonious assault, two counts of aggravated robbery, two counts of kidnaping, and abduction. All counts were accompanied by firearm specifications. Pierce was also indicted for having a weapon under disability.

{¶ 3} On February 6, 2006, after a jury trial, Pierce was found guilty of aggravated murder, aggravated burglary,…