Searcy v. State

Lyle Brown, Justice.

Appellant David W. Searcy appeals from a conviction for grand larceny for allegedly stealing a triangle micrometer and three telescope gauges. For reversal appellant attacks the validity of a search warrant, the admission of stolen articles found in his possession which were in addition to the items described in the charge, and the voluntariness of a purported confession.

Pursuant to a search warrant, the premises of Searcy were searched and no stolen property was recovered. Following the search, Searcy was detained for investigation and taken to the county jail. Searcy…