People v. Bell

The defendants were both charged with possessing a sawed-off shotgun in violation of Ill. Rev. Stat. 1969, ch. 38, sec. 24 — 1(a)(7), and carrying a revolver concealed in an automobile in violation of Ill. Rev. Stat. 1969, ch. 38, sec. 24 — 1(a) (4). A jury found both defendants guilty of both counts. Elijah Bell was given a sentence of three to four years, and Johnny Williams was given a sentence of four to five years.

On this appeal the defendants contend that the evidence failed to prove they possessed the guns; that they were denied a fair trial when the State introduced evidence of other…