Keller v. State

Smith, Judge.

Drue A. Keller was indicted on one count of cruelty to children, OCGA § 16-5-70 (b). He was found guilty by a jury, his motion for new trial was denied, and he appeals. He contends that the evidence against him was insufficient, that certain testimony was erroneously admitted, and that the rule of sequestration was violated. Finding no merit in any of these contentions, we affirm.

1. Keller asserts the general grounds. His sole defense at trial was that the State made an insufficient showing that he inflicted “cruel or excessive physical or mental pain” on the child within the…