State v. Reed

The opinion was delivered by

Luckert, J.:

Richard Reed appeals his convictions of first-degree premeditated murder of his wife; attempted second-degree murder of his daughter, R.R.; and aggravated burglary. He argues the district court erred in denying his motion for change of judge and in admitting the audiotape of a 911 call that Reed believes was cumulative evidence and unduly prejudicial. Reed also appeals his hard 50 sentence, arguing the hard 50 sentencing scheme is unconstitutional. We reject his arguments and affirm his convictions and sentences.

Facts

During the evening of December 23,…