People v. Gayton

In People v. Gayton, 81 Mich App 390, 396; 265 NW2d 344 (1978), the defendant alleged that two jurors took materials into the jury room containing the definition of words that were central to the issues litigated. However, after conducting a hearing, the trial court determined that the materials were not considered by the jury during its deliberations. Id. at 397. The Court held that the defendant failed to demonstrate prejudice. Id. at 398.