Martaes Lewaun Beverly v. State of Indiana

── Martaes Lewaun Beverly v. State of Indiana ── Case No.: 25A-CR-00477 Court: Indiana Court of Appeals Date: October 03, 2025 Author: Judge Nancy Vaidik County of Origin: Madison Category: Criminal Decision: Affirmed Judge Tavitas and Judge Felix concur In April 2024, the State charged Beverly with Level 5 felony battery resulting in serious bodily injury. A jury trial was held in December 2024. During jury selection, Juror D. said he was a retired police officer and knew several of the police officers involved in this case. He explained that because police officers sign probable-cause affidavits and “swear[] on [their] name and honor,” he would “start from the side of the officer.” Tr. Vol. 1 p. 92. In contrast, Juror R.