Jones v. State

John A. Fogleman, Justice.

The only error asserted in this case relates to action of the trial judge in overruling challenges for cause to two prospective jurors, both female. We find no reversible error.

The first talesman was challenged for cause when she responded to an inquiry on voir dire by appellant’s attorney. He asked whether she thought, regardless of what the law said, that the defendant would have to put on any evidence in his defense. She responded that she thought he would be wise to do so. After expressing doubt that she was disqualified, the judge asked her if she would follow…