State v. Anderson

HOWE, Justice:

Defendant Joe Regina! Anderson appeals from his convictions of aggravated sexual assault and interference with a peace officer making a lawful arrest. He was sentenced in absentia, which he contends denied him due process. He also assails a jury instruction given by the trial court.

FACTS'

Defendant, a transient, was charged by information with aggravated sexual assault, a first degree felony, for allegedly forcing his way into a portable toilet with another transient, severely beating her, and forcing her to perform sexual acts. He was also charged with interference with a peace…