Surrender Narrative

XIV. The State’s Surrender Narrative Was Presented Through Layers

Agent Davis testified that investigators received information at approximately 8:30 p.m. that an individual was turning himself in or intended to turn himself in. He then traveled to St. George on September 11. Source: rev.com He did not personally witness the initial family discussions that caused Mr. Robinson to go to the sheriff’s office. The State presented no recording showing Mr. Robinson walking into the station and confessing.

• fear;
• confusion;
• family pressure;
• recognition that police are looking for him;
• desire for protection;
• or a decision to submit to legal process.

Surrender is not itself a confession. The State must prove the words it attributes to Mr. Robinson — not invite the Court to infer guilt merely from his submission to custody.