Despain v. State

Lastly, Despain presented the testimony of Dr. James Moneypenny. Dr. Moneypenny testified that he had reviewed the literature on adolescent brain development and opined that Despain had the brain development of a 13- to 14-year-old and, while not intellectually stunted, was immature in his development.6

In addition to the evidence from Despain, the court received evidence from the Arkansas State Police. Investigator Louis Imsler testified regarding his investigation, the incriminating statements given by *617Despain and Taylor, and the search of Despain's home as outlined above.

After the hearing,…