People v. Smith

Charge

Armed robbery.

Defense at Trial Alibi.

Judgment

After a jury verdict finding defendant guilty, the court imposed a sentence of three to seven years.

Points Raised on Appeal(1) The State’s Attorney commented unfairly on the absence of an additional alibi witness.(2) The State’s Attorney improperly questioned a defense witness concerning his arrest record.(3) The State’s Attorney asked improper impeachment questions of a defense witness.(4) Defendant was not proved guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Evidence on Behalf of the State

John Kannell, a grocery store owner, testified that defendant…