People v. Gillespie

On May 5, 1970, defendant was convicted by a jury for the felony of grand larceny, MCLA 750.356; MSA 28.588. Defendant appeals as of right.

The sole question for determination on appeal is whether or not the defendant was indigent and entitled to appointed counsel notwithstanding the fact he had posted bail bond.

On February 10, 1970, an information charging the defendant with grand larceny was filed. Two days later defendant posted bail bond 1 and petitioned the trial court for appointed counsel.

A hearing was held on the question of defendant’s indigency the day before trial. Defendant’s…