State v. Tolson

It is sometimes said that error “crept” into the trial of a lawsuit. Not so in the case at bar. It marched in like an army with banners, and trumpets. It was escorted, and emphasized, and aggravated by the attorney for the State.

A prosecuting attorney should use his best efforts to represent the State, vigorously and forcefully, in presenting its case within the bounds of proper legal procedure. He owes a second duty, of no less importance, to see that the accused has a fair trial. He is an officer of the court and must observe the requirements of due- process of law. We have commented upon *735th…