Blackburn v. State

HAWKINS, Presiding Judge.

Conviction is for possessing whisky and beer for the purpose of sale in a dry area, the punishment being a fine of $250.00.

Peace officers of Knox County (admittedly a dry area within the meaning of the Texas Liquor Control Act) searched the appellant’s home and premises, and found therein beer and whisky in sufficient quantities to warrant the jury’s conclusion, under the prima facie evidence Rule, (Art. 666-23A and Art. 667-25, Penal Code) that same was possessed for the purpose of sale.

The appellant did not testify as a witness in his own behalf.

Appellant objected…