Bryant v. State

In his trial for first-degree murder, appellant defended on the ground of self-defense. The trial court ruled that a witness could not testify that appellant looked fearful when approached by the victim. Because the witness’s testimony was admissible pursuant to section 90.701, Florida Statutes, and we cannot find the error in failing to admit it harmless beyond a reasonable doubt, we reverse.

This crime arose out of a dispute between appellant and the victim. Appellant Bryant approached the victim, Swint, and confronted him about some light bulbs. Bryant appeared upset. He pulled some brass…