Chris Beason Taffner v. State of Arkansas — Baker, J., Dissenting

Summary

Justice Baker dissents from the decision to remand for an in camera review of the DHS file, reasoning that Taffner's failure to proffer the file prevented appellate review and required affirmance. The dissent further argues that the undisclosed file could contain material impeachment evidence, that the restriction of cross-examination and exclusion of reputation testimony prejudiced Taffner, and that juror misconduct warranted a new trial. Justice Wynne, concurring in part and dissenting in part, would also reverse and remand for a new trial based on the improper limitations placed on cross-examination of BT.