People v. Martin

Opinion

LILLIE, J.

Defendant was charged by information with possession of marijuana (Health & Saf. Code, § 11530) and possession of restricted drugs for sale (Health & Saf. Code, § 11911). When the cause came on for trial, a hearing was had to determine defendant’s motion to suppress evidence (Pen. Code, § 1538.5); by stipulation the court first examined the transcript of the testimony taken at the preliminary hearing then heard testimony of Officer Ridenour and defendant. Upon the sole ground that Ridenour’s informant was a material witness whose identity was not disclosed, the court granted…