People v. Martin

The information herein filed January 5, 1929, charges the defendant with the crime Of abandoning and leaving his wife in a destitute condition, “on or about the 11th day of July, 1928,” and refusing and neglecting to provide her with necessary food, clothing, shelter and medical attendance. The case was tried before the court without a jury, the defendant expressly waiving a jury trial. He was found guilty and sentenced to imprisonment in the county jail. This appeal ig from the judgment and the order denying a new trial.

Appellant contends that the evidence is not sufficient to show that he…