People v. Lear

Defendant was charged in municipal court with failing to properly indorse and deliver a certificate of vehicle title. The violation is a misdemeanor carrying a maximum penalty of $100 fine, 90 days in jail, or both. MCLA § 257.901 (Stat Ann 1968 Rev § 9.2601).

Defendant was found guilty after trial on the merits and sentenced to 90 days probation, $100 fine and ordered to deliver the title certificate within 30 days or serve the remaining 60 days. Defendant failed to make the necessary transfer of title within 30 days.

Defendant appealed his conviction to circuit court (Const 1963, art 1 § 20)…