Henry v. State

OPINION

The sole issue on appeal is whether the evidence was sufficient to sustain Henry’s conviction for the illegal possession of a hypodermic syringe and needle for the purpose of administering subcutaneously habit-forming drugs to a human being in violation of NRS 453.125.

The defendant, Henry, contends that since the syringe and needle were found in his companion’s purse there was not substantial evidence to show his possession at the time of his arrest.

The evidence shows that Henry and his girl friend lived together for a period of time at the place of arrest. Law officers testified that…