People v. Paul F. Baker

Appellant, an adult male, and John Dale Martin, a 15-year-old boy, were friends and “shirttail” relatives. As such,- they spent some time together. Appellant gave John several small articles, including a watch and a transistor radio. He also financed the purchase of a Honda motorcycle for John.

John had on occasion stayed overnight at the. apartment of appellant and on one of these occasions, on or about August 28, 1965, allegedly appellant and John Dale Martin, at appellant’s encouragement and threats, committed an act of gross indecency 1 with each other. Appellant denied that such act took…