State v. Robinson

I.NATURE OF CASE

Danny R. Robinson, Jr., was convicted of first degree murder, use of a deadly weapon to commit a felony, and possession of a deadly weapon by a felon. He appeals the convictions and the sentences imposed.

II.SCOPE OF REVIEW

The decision whether to grant a motion for mistrial is within the trial court’s discretion and will not be disturbed on appeal in the absence of an abuse of discretion. State v. Aguilar, 268 Neb. 411, 683 N.W.2d 349 (2004).

In reviewing a criminal conviction, an appellate court does not resolve conflicts in the evidence, pass on the credibility of witnesses,…