McBrayer v. State

OPINION

ONION, Presiding Judge.

This is an appeal from a conviction by a jury for assault with intent to commit rape with the punishment assessed at fifty (50) years.

In his first ground of error appellant complains that the trial court erred in denying his motion for change of venue.

The record reflects that appellant, before the trial of the case, made a motion for change of venue alleging a dangerous combination against him was instigated by influential persons since the complainant’s mother “is . . . well respected and generally held in high regard by the courthouse community, including…