¶1Because, on this record, we find that the trial court abused its discretion in limiting defense cross examination of a pivotal state’s witness regarding his generalized bias or lack thereof toward black citizens, we reverse appellant’s conviction and remand for a new trial on the authority of Smith v. State, 404 So.2d 167 (Fla. 1st DCA 1981). In view of such disposition, we do not reach appellant’s other point on appeal.
585 So. 2d 420
Jackson v. State
District Court of Appeal of Florida
Decided August 30, 1991
District Court of Appeal of Florida · decided 1991-08-30
Cited by 2 later decisions — most recently January 2008
2 state decisions
Relies on 404 So. 2d 167 - Smith v. State
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Decided 1991-08-30
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