State v. Thwing

HANSON, Judge.

Robert Thwing was convicted of murder and sentenced to a life term in the State Penitentiary in 1952. He now seeks post-conviction review under the Uniform Act. After an extended hearing the trial court denied relief.

On appeal defendant contends his constitutional rights were violated in the following particulars:

1. Denial of motion waiving trial by jury;

2. Denial of a fair trial because of undue publicity; and

3. Introduction in evidence of fruits of involuntary admissions and confessions.

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