Davis v. State

Curtis Davis appeals an order awarding costs of prosecution assessed against him as a result of his conviction for battery and false imprisonment. The trial court ordered interstate extradition of a witness critical to the prosecution. Mr. Davis’ first trial resulted in a mistrial because the original judge improperly permitted an alternate juror to enter deliberations with the jury. Accordingly, a second trial was required in which Mr. Davis was convicted.

During both trials, Ms. Curtsinger was a critical witness for the state. After the conclusion of the second trial, the court ordered Mr.…