Appeals court overturns Denver strangulation conviction for improper expert testimony

Appeals Court Overturns Denver Strangulation Conviction

A Denver man's assault conviction was reversed by Colorado's second-highest court due to improper expert testimony.

The case involved an argument between the defendant, Bauereiss, and the victim, during which Bauereiss allegedly used a dog leash and a pillow to restrict the victim's movement, but not her breathing.

Despite being acquitted of the leash-related offense, Bauereiss was found guilty of the other charges in his 2022 trial.

No bearing on the facts of the case was found in the expert's testimony about the potential risks of strangulation.

Author's summary: Court reverses conviction due to improper testimony.

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