People v. Huntley

Appellant was charged by information with the crime of bigamy. It was alleged, in substance, that on or about June 1, 1927, defendant unlawfully married one Nellie Jones, when at such time he had a lawful wife living. To this indictment defendant pleaded not guilty. Trial was had, which resulted in a conviction. It was proved that defendant had married one Phoebe Huntley in the year 1914. It was also proved that on June 1, 1927, defendant married one Nellie Jones, and that at such time Phoebe Huntley was still alive. The prosecution then rested and defendant failing to take the stand, no…