State v. Evans

—A jury found Bruce W. Evans guilty of first degree arson arising out of a fire at his home. The State now appeals an order granting Evans a new trial. Evans cross-appeals, contending that the trial court erred in admitting certain evidence during trial. We reverse the order granting a new trial, affirm the verdict, and remand for the entry of judgment and imposition of sentence.

We need not recite the facts. It will suffice to note that the evidence was voluminous and the trial was lengthy. The State produced substantial evidence that the fire was set, and incriminating Evans. The defense…