People v. Handy

Roger Lester Handy has appealed his conviction for escape from confinement at the Colorado State Penitentiary. Section 18-8-208(2), C.R.S. 1973 (now in 1978 Repl. Vol. 8). He has asserted a number of grounds for reversal, none of which are persuasive. For reasons set forth in this opinion, we affirm.

Handy was confined at the medium security unit of the Colorado State Penitentiary. Because Handy was within two years of his parole eligibility, had an above average disciplinary and work record, and complied with other requirements, he was granted a furlough from 8:00 a.m. on July 31, 1976 to…