Scott v. State

Thompson, Justice.

Can a defendant who testifies in his own behalf be compelled on cross-examination to demonstrate the actions to which he testified on direct examination? Yes, he can.

David M. Scott II was convicted of malice murder in connection with the death of William Castleberry. Scott and Castleberry were both inmates at the Clayton County Detention Center. On the day in question, Castleberry stabbed Scott in the neck with a piece of wood. Scott tried to get away but Castleberry pursued him. At that point, Scott hit Castleberry in the face. The piece of wood flew out of his hands. Scott…