Allison v. State

Defendant appeals from unlawful possession of a still and- the unlawful manufacture of whisky. For the offense he was sentenced to punishment by fine of $250 and sis months imprisonment in jail.

The only question presented by the appeal is whether on the facts, the search without a warrant was legal, and the evidence so obtained admissible.

Three deputy sheriffs searched a lot owned by the Defendant and his wife. During the search one of the officers found the Defendant at a still. When Defendant realized the presence of the officers, he tried to make his escape, but apparently on account of…