People v. Nakielny

An information was filed in the municipal court of Chicago charging Michael Naldelny with intent to cheat and defraud the People of the State of Illinois by false pretenses. On February 6, 1934, defendant waived a jury and after evidence heard the trial court found him guilty as charged in the information and sentenced him to confinement in the house of correction for the term of 90 days and to pay a fine of one dollar. Defendant was committed to the house of correction and while serving his sentence the following verified “petition” was filed, on February 28, 1934:

“State of Illinois

County of…