People v. Stewart

Defendant was convicted on March 8, 1971, of sale and possession of heroin in violation of MCLA 335.152; MSA 18.1122, and MCLA 335.153; MSA 18.1123. He was sentenced to 20-25 years and 7-1/2 to 10 years respectively. He appeals his conviction as a matter of right.

A civilian undercover narcotics agent working for the Detroit police arranged a job interview with defendant at his restaurant. After she was searched, escorted to the location, and given marked money, the agent approached defendant on the street. Defendant asked her to wait inside. Upon his entry, they conversed about her desire for…