Tumlinson v. State

ALLEN, Justice.

William Michael Tumlinson appeals his conviction for the offense of murder. The jury assessed his punishment at ninety-nine years confinement in the Texas Department of Corrections. In his initial ground of error, Tumlinson claims the trial court erred in admitting the testimony of Dr. Michael Murray over his objection that the testimony was a disclosure of confidential communications between Murray and Tum-linson in violation of TEX.REV.CIY.STAT. ANN. art. 5561h (Vernon Supp.1982-1983). We agree, and therefore, reverse and remand.

The defendant, William Michael Tumlin-son, a…