Raymond Reese, Appellant v. the State of Texas

Summary

The Court held that the trial court abused its discretion by admitting a color photograph of the victim and her unborn child during the punishment phase because its prejudicial effect substantially outweighed any probative value; the conviction was affirmed, the death sentence vacated, and the case remanded for a new sentencing hearing. Justice Keller and Justice Mansfield dissented, arguing the photograph was relevant and admissible.