Commonwealth v. McDuffee

The defendant appeals under the provisions of G. L. c. 278, §§ 33A-33G, from convictions on two indictments charging perjury (see G. L. c. 268, § 1A). The defendant argues on appeal that the trial judge erred in (1) denying his motion for a continuance; (2) denying his motions to dismiss and for a directed verdict; (3) withdrawing matters from, the jury’s consideration; and (4) denying his motion to revise and revoke the sentences imposed.

We conclude that there was no error. We briefly summarize the evidence presented at trial by the prosecution before turning to the defendant’s assignments…