Sign In
Events
Newsletters
Search

Close

Close Search

Cancel

SEARCH
MY LAW.COMNEW

Freeman v. State

The defendant induced any error when he specifically requested a charge on statutory rape, even though he was not indicted for that offense and statutory rape is not a lesser included offense of the indicted forcible rape charge.

X

Thank you for sharing!

Your article was successfully shared with the contacts you provided.

Reginald Freeman was indicted for rape. Following a trial, he was convicted of statutory rape. Freeman appeals, arguing that the trial court erred in submitting the statutory rape charge to the jury, admitting certain character evidence, and excusing a juror during the trial. For reasons that follow, we affirm. Viewed favorably toward the verdict1, the evidence shows that Freeman, who was forty, had sexual intercourse with a thirteen-year-old girl on August 2, 2004. The victim testified that the intercourse was forcible and against her will. At trial, Freeman conceded that he engaged in sexual intercourse with the victim, but he testified that it was consensual. According to Freeman, the victim “appeared to be young,” but she told him that she was “born in 1986″ and “was old enough.”

Freeman was indicted for rape. At trial, the trial court agreed to charge the jury on statutory rape, as requested by the defense. The jury acquitted Freeman of rape and found him guilty of statutory rape. He moved for a new trial, and the trial court denied the motion.

Trending Stories

 
Reprints & Licensing
Mentioned in a Law.com story?

License our industry-leading legal content to extend your thought leadership and build your brand.

LEARN MORE

More From ALM

Premium Subscription
With this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry. This is perfect for attorneys licensed in multiple jurisdictions or for attorneys that have fulfilled their CLE requirement but need to access resourceful information for their practice areas.
View Now
Team Accounts
Our Team Account subscription service is for legal teams of four or more attorneys. Each attorney is granted unlimited access to high quality, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry along with administrative access to easily manage CLE for the entire team.
View Now
Bundle Subscriptions
Gain access to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys with our 2 bundle options! Our Compliance bundles are curated by CLE Counselors and include current legal topics and challenges within the industry. Our second option allows you to build your bundle and strategically select the content that pertains to your needs. Both options are priced the same.
View Now
Go to CLE Center
New York Legal Awards 2024
September 05, 2024
New York, NY

The New York Law Journal honors attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession in New York.


Learn More
African Legal Awards 2024
September 06, 2024
Johannesburg

The African Legal Awards recognise exceptional achievement within Africa s legal community during a period of rapid change.


Learn More
Consulting Best Firms to Work For 2024
September 12, 2024
New York, NY

Consulting Magazine identifies the best firms to work for in the consulting profession.


Learn More
Go to Events Go to Webcasts
Juvenile Dependency Attorney II/III/IV

RECRUITMENT BONUS Newly hired employees from this recruitment may be eligible to receive bonus payments up to $3,000!* FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE: ...


Apply Now ›
Litigation Counsel - Multiple Offices

Morristown, NJ; New York, NY Description: Fox Rothschild has an opening in multiple offices for a Counsel in our Litigation Department. The ...


Apply Now ›
Deputy Chief Attorney

The Forest Preserves of Cook CountyIs seeking applicants forDeputy Chief Attorney The Forest Preserves of Cook County is seeking a detail-o...


Apply Now ›
Go to Lawjobs
Lawyers of Distinction
06/27/2024
The American Lawyer

Professional Announcement


View Announcement ›
SMGQ Law
06/21/2024
Daily Business Review

Full Page Announcement


View Announcement ›
Go to Professional Announcements