State v. McNatt

Defendant Angin McNatt was convicted of felony sexual assault on August 7, 1991, by the Eighth Judicial District Court, Cascade County. During the trial, defense counsel moved for a mistrial based on a claim of prejudice due to juror misconduct. This motion was denied, as was a similar motion for a new trial made after the jury verdict. McNatt appeals from the denial of these motions. We affirm.

The following issues are presented on appeal:

1. Did the District Court abuse its discretion when it denied McNatt’s motions for mistrial and a new trial after a juror interrupted defense counsel during…