State v. Clifford

On appeal to the circuit court, Clifford asserted the State failed to present sufficient evidence of her guilt, arguing the State already had its opportunity to prosecute the case, and asked that her conviction be reversed. She further asserted the magistrate inappropriately shifted the burden of proof to the defense. The State argued that, should the court decide to take action “favorable to Ms. Clifford,” it should remand the *133case for a new trial so that the issue of notice could be determined. Clifford again argued the State had its opportunity to prosecute the case and should not be given…