Stephenson v. State

Birdsong, Judge.

Appellant Michael Brett Stephenson appeals his conviction for rape, aggravated assault, and kidnapping. His single contention, on general grounds, that the evidence failed to meet the standard of proof required by Jackson v. Virginia, 443 U. S. 307 (99 SC 2781, 61 LE2d 560), is without merit.

The evidence is undisputed that while she was out socializing with her cousin, the victim met the appellant in a well-known Atlanta bar or nightclub. Appellant appeared to be known by other patrons of the club. After several hours of social congress, the victim left the club with appellant…