People v. Everett

OFFENSES CHARGED

Deceptive practice (three charges). Ill. Rev. Stat. 1969, ch. 38, par. 17 — Id.

JUDGMENT

After dismissal of two charges of deceptive practice because of their failure to allege intent to defraud, a jury found defendant guilty of the remaining charge, judgment was entered, and he was sentenced to five months’ imprisonment.

CONTENTIONS RAISED ON APPEAL

1. Defendant was not proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

2. Defendant was denied a fair trial because of improperly admitted evidence and improper instructions.

EVIDENCE

Sylvia Reynolds, for the State:

She and her husband were the…