People v. Burns

Defendant appeals in propria persona from a conviction by a jury of murder in the second degree and an order denying a new trial. He was represented by counsel at the trial and on argument here.

Questions Presented

1. Insufficiency of the evidence, particularly to prove second degree murder. 2. Errors in admission of testimony, particularly evidence of the commission of a crime 13 years prior. 3. Alleged misconduct of the judge and district attorney.

*527Facts

It is the theory of the prosecution that deceased died from being beaten about the head by defendant. The defendant contends that her death…