State v. Melendez

CAMERON, Chief Justice.

Ruben Morales Melendez, the defendant herein, appeals from a jury verdict and judgment of guilt to the crime of first degree murder, A.R.S. § 13-452, and a sentence of death. We have taken jurisdiction pursuant to A.R.S. § 13-1711 and Rule 26.-15, Rules of Criminal Procedure, 17 A.R.S.

We are asked to answer the following questions on appeal:

1. Did the trial court’s refusal to ask the jury panel four of the defendant’s requested voir dire questions constitute reversible error?

2. Did the trial court commit reversible error in denying the defendant’s motion to sever?

3. Was…