Supreme Court of Rhode Island

State v. Miguel Montero

August 18, 2025

Summary

The Supreme Court of Rhode Island affirmed Miguel Montero’s conviction, holding that the trial judge did not abuse discretion in admitting uncharged sexual misconduct testimony under Rule 404(b), prior consistent statements under Rule 801(d)(1)(B), travel records that were non‑testimonial, and in excusing a juror for cause where Batson does not apply. The judgment was affirmed and remanded to the Superior Court.