People v. Morse

The information charged defendant with the possession of moonshine whisky, and also with furnishing such whisky to one Dick Evans, and, upon trial by jury, he was convicted. Defendant reviews by writ of' error, presenting the question of whether the evidence justified the verdict. Defendant offered no proofs, and, at the close of the-testimony of the prosecution, moved the court to direct a verdict of not guilty. The motion was denied and the jury instructed:

“If you believe the testimony of the witnesses, if that convinces you beyond a reasonable doubt in this case, it would be your duty to…