State v. Carter

Citations

• 2017 Ohio 1328

Syllabus

COUNSEL - PROSECUTOR - JURY VERDICTS: Because the prosecutor's comments during closing argument were a fair commentary on the evidence presented, did not denigrate defense counsel, and were not improper, the defendant failed to establish that the prosecutor committed misconduct during closing argument. Because defense counsel's comments during closing argument were accurate statements based on the evidence presented, constituted an acceptable trial strategy, and did not result in prejudice to the defendant, defense counsel did not render ineffective assistance. The jury did not return inconsistent verdicts by finding the defendant guilty of one charge and being unable to reach a verdict on the remaining charges.