State v. Clark

WELLS, Judge.

Defendant Clark’s Appeal

In his first argument and by assignments of error 75-79, defendant contends that the trial court erred by questioning defendants’ witness Edwards in a manner which suggested the court’s opinion as to the witness’ credibility. We disagree.

While receiving testimony on Edwards’ training and experience in the area of fire investigation, the following exchange occurred:

Court: Let me stop you there. I thought that I heard you say the Merchant Marines that you were in.

A: Yes, the United States Navy Merchant Marine operated ....

COURT: Is that not located in New…