Watkins v. State

Ruffin, Judge.

A Fulton County grand jury indicted Timothy Watkins for armed robbery and aggravated assault. Following a jury trial, Watkins was convicted of robbery by force and simple assault. On appeal, Watkins contends the trial court erred in (1) failing to direct a verdict of acquittal; (2) denying two motions in limine; (3) improperly limiting voir dire; and (4) instructing the jury. Watkins’ contentions lack merit, and we affirm.

1. Construed to uphold the verdict, 1 the evidence shows that Raymond Etris employed Watkins as a handyman and house painter. According to Etris, Watkins would…