Legal Opinion

State v. Christie

Court of Appeals of Washington

Decided July 19, 1971No. 436-1PublishedCited by 2 opinions

1Opinion of the CourtUtter, J.

Michael Clayton Christie was convicted by a jury of robbery. At the close of the state’s case, Christie moved for a directed verdict, which was denied. On appeal, he contends as a matter of law the state has not proven his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. We find this contention not well taken.

Christie has also applied to this court for leave to file a motion for new trial in the superior court based on newly discovered evidence. Permission to file a motion for new trial in the superior court is granted on the condition Christie can justify his failure to file his motion pursuant to the…

2Cases cited15 opinions

  1. Carter v. IllinoisSupreme Court of the United States · 1946
  2. State v. ReynoldsWashington Supreme Court · 1958
  3. State v. AdamsWashington Supreme Court · 1935
  4. State v. RobinsonWashington Supreme Court · 1962
  5. Haaga v. Saginaw Logging Co.Washington Supreme Court · 1932

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3Cited by2 opinions

  1. State v. WoodsCourt of Appeals of Washington · 1971
  2. State v. HobbsCourt of Appeals of Washington · 1975

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