Hayles v. State

Adams, Judge.

After a j ury found Winston Hayles guilty of voluntary manslaughter, aggravated stalking and other crimes arising from the shooting death of a friend of his girlfriend, he was convicted and sentenced to 35 years to serve. On appeal, Hayles argues that the trial court erred when it charged the jury on voluntary manslaughter, aggravated stalking, and unjustifiable self-defense and when it admitted similar transaction evidence. Hayles also asserts that trial counsel was ineffective. We find no error and affirm.

On appeal from a criminal conviction, we view the evidence in the light…