A judge has denied 's request for a retrial, ruling that the jury was not influenced by court clerk 's comments about him despite their claims. 'I do not believe the authority of our South Carolina requires a new trial on the strength of some fleeting and foolish comments. 'This is a matter within the discretion of the trial judge. I do not feel that I abuse my discretion when I find the defendant's motion for a new trial, must be denied.
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