Bowers v. Commonwealth

JONES, Justice.

Joseph Wayne Bowers appeals from a judgment sentencing him to a 20-year term of imprisonment pursuant to a jury verdict finding him guilty of murder. KRS 507.-020(l)(a).

Bowers asserts numerous errors in support of his contention that he is entitled to a reversal of the judgment. His claims of error will be discussed in the sequence in which they are presented. However, this court deems it appropriate to summarize the pertinent facts relevant to a proper disposition of the issues.

The evidence reveals that Bowers and Williams were boon companions and fellow workmen. It is noted…