Jackson v. State

Jim Hannah, Chief Justice.

James Lee Jackson appeals his convictions for first-degree murder, a terroristic act, and possession of firearms by certain persons. Jackson asserts that there was insufficient evidence to submit the issue of his guilt to the jury, and that the circuit court erred in denying his motion for mistrial in which he alleged that he was denied a fair trial as a consequence of communication between a juror and the murder victim’s family. We find no error and affirm.

Facts

In the early morning hours of August 3, 2003, Katina Kay Carter suffered a gunshot wound to the back while…