Barnett v. State

Phipps, Judge.

Gregory Barnett was convicted of selling cocaine and distributing cocaine within 1,000 feet of a public housing project, the Atlanta Street Apartments. On appeal, he contends that the trial court erred in denying his motion for a directed verdict of acquittal on the latter charge. He also contends that the trial court erred in denying his motion for a mistrial, asserting that the court impermissibly communicated with the jury outside his presence and that of his counsel. Because Barnett has failed to demonstrate reversible error, however, we affirm.

1. A motion for a directed…