Thomas v. State
Thomas v. State
Opinion of the Court
James William Thomas appeals his convictions for capital sexual battery and attempted capital sexual battery. We agree with Thomas that the trial court erred in admitting certain evidence and therefore, we reverse for a new trial.
First, the Williams
We have reviewed the record and cannot conclude beyond a reasonable doubt that the erroneous admission of this evidence was harmless. See State v. DiGuilio, 491 So.2d 1129 (Fla. 1986). Therefore, we reverse Thomas’ convictions and sentences and remand for a new trial.
. Williams v. State, 110 So.2d 654 (Fla.), cert. denied, 361 U.S. 847, 80 S.Ct. 102, 4 L.Ed.2d 86 (1959).
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