State v. Jones

— William Marlin Jones appeals a convic*305tion of first degree rape and second degree robbery, primarily arguing that, the trial court erred in admitting expert testimony involving the use of DNA identification evidence. We conclude that the DNA evidence was admissible, affirm the conviction, and uphold imposition of an exceptional sentence.

Margaret Hill, a 77-year-old woman who lived alone, was awakened in her home by an intruder standing over her, shining a flashlight in her eyes. The man put his hand over her mouth and demanded, "[w]here is the money, lady?” In fear for her safety, Hill led…