People v. Walker

Chandler J. Walker was convicted of three counts of perjury. (Pen. Code, § 118.) Pronouncement of judgment was suspended and probation granted. He properly appeals from the order granting probation.

The crucial question presented on this appeal is whether an oath was taken by Walker before a notary public with sufficient formality to permit a charge of perjury within the meaning of section 118 of the Penal Code.

We hold there were irregularities in the manner in which the notary administered the oath to Walker but that an oath was administered and that perjury was proved. Other points urged for…