Baker v. State

Adams, Judge.

Joseph Baker appeals the denial of his motion for new trial following his conviction of statutory rape; Baker was acquitted on counts of interstate interference with child custody (OCGA § 16-5-45) and battery.1 On appeal, Baker asserts the trial court erred with regard to evidence suggesting the victim had lied or been deceptive about her age. He also contends the trial court erred with regard to a jury charge and a transcript of a 911 call. Finally he contends his trial counsel was ineffective in several ways. For the reasons that follow, we affirm.

*123Construed in favor of the…