Ronald A. Britton, Appellant v. State of Arkansas, Appellee

Summary

The court affirmed Britton's murder conviction and life-without-parole sentence. It held that the trial court was not required to order a competency hearing sua sponte because the record did not contain substantial evidence creating a reasonable doubt about Britton's ability to understand the proceedings, consult counsel, or assist in his defense. It also held that denying a mistrial and requiring additional restraints after Britton's courtroom outburst were not abuses of discretion. No separate opinions were filed.