Smith's Criminal Case Compendium
Table of Contents
Criminal Procedure
Indictment & Pleading Issues
Arrest, Search, and Investigation
Criminal Offenses
Drug Offenses
State v. Martinez, 212 N.C. App. 661 (Jun. 21, 2011)
In a child sex case, the trial court erred by admitting a DSS social worker’s testimony that she “substantiated” the victim’s claim of sexual abuse by the defendant. This testimony was an impermissible expression of opinion as to the victim’s credibility.