State v. Primm

Abbott, J.:

This is an appeal from defendant’s conviction by a jury of speeding in violation of K.S.A. 8-1336. The defendant was fined $11 and costs.

The sole issue on appeal is whether the trial court erred in denying defendant’s motion for acquittal which was made at the conclusion of the State’s evidence. Defendant contends the State’s case was defective in that no expert testimony was adduced as to the construction or method of operation of the radar utilized.

The sole witness appearing at trial was Highway Patrolman Terry J. Affholder. Trooper Affholder testified that on October 3, 1978, he…