Williams v. State

OPINION

DOUGLAS, Judge.

Silton Lee Williams appeals from his conviction for the offense of murder. Trial was before the court and punishment was assessed at ten years.

In his sole ground of error, he contends that the trial court erred in failing to grant his motion for new trial based upon alleged newly discovered evidence.

On February 24, 1975, the judge found Williams guilty and assessed his punishment. The ten days for the filing of a motion for new trial was waived and Williams stated that he wished to be sentenced immediately. On March 4, 1975, through newly obtained counsel, he filed a…