DeJesus v. State

The defendant appeals his judgment and two concurrent life sentences for first degree murder and attempted robbery, both with a firearm. He argues the trial court erred in denying his motions for mistrial, and in allowing the victim’s two sons to testify to the identity of their father. We find no error and affirm.

Two brothers were home watching television when they heard gunshots. They immediately went outside and found their father lying on the ground. Their father died as a result of a gunshot wound. The State charged the defendant with first degree murder and attempted robbery, both with…