People v. Jones

Defendant appeals from a judgment entered upon the verdict of guilty of possession of marijuana in violation of Health and Safety Code, section 11500. He is represented by court-appointed counsel.

Appellant argues: 1. that the evidence is insufficient to support the judgment; and 2. that the court committed prejudicial error in sustaining objections to certain questions.

Appellant insisted upon conducting his own defense although, with his consent, the court assigned a deputy public defender to counsel and assist him.

On April 12, 1958, appellant paid one week’s rent in ad*97vanee to Mrs. Gladys…