People v. Ramsey

At issue is whether the State, in defendant Daniel Ramsey’s first trial, proved beyond a reasonable doubt that he was eligible for the death penalty. We hold that it did.

BACKGROUND

Following a jury trial in the circuit court of Hancock County, defendant was convicted of two counts of first degree murder; three counts of attempted first degree murder; and one count each of aggravated criminal sexual assault, home invasion, and residential burglary. The jury determined that defendant was eligible for the death penalty based on the cold, calculated, and premeditated manner of the crimes. 720 ILCS…