Illinois Appellate Court
Criminal Court
Evidence; Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt
Defendant was found guilty of reckless discharge of a firearm after a twitch caused him to fire off a round through his apartment wall and into his neighbors kitchen while he was attempting to unload the gun. This evidence is insufficient to prove recklessness beyond a reasonable doubt. Accidents such as these may not be equated with recklessness. (PIERCE and NEVILLE, concurring.)