State v. Edwards

HAYS, Justice.

This is an appeal by Robert Edwards from his convictions of robbery, burglary, and first degree murder, and from his sentence of death for the murder conviction. We have jurisdiction pursuant to article 6, § 5 of the Arizona Constitution and A.R.S. § 13-4031. We affirm the convictions and sentences for robbery and burglary, and the murder conviction, but remand the murder conviction for resentencing.

We are presented with nine issues on appeal:

1. Whether Edwards’ confession was admissible;

2. Whether, in deference to Edwards’ right to a speedy trial, the state must forego its…