State v. . Grass

We have here for determination, (1) the competency or admissibility in evidence of certain alleged confessions, and (2) the correctness of the charge.

The testimony of the officers, relative to statements made by the defendant shortly after the homicides, is challenged on two grounds, first, because the defendant was not cautioned or advised of his rights as required by C. S., 4561, and, second, for that the statements were made by the defendant while he was drunk.

First, in respect of the failure to inform the defendant that he was at liberty to refuse to answer any questions, and that such…