State v. Hudson

[442]

DOUGLAS, J.

Percy Hudson, the accused, was convicted of driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated, a felony. His punishment was a fine of $75. and sixty days, in jail. He has appealed.

He presents only one question on appeal. He contends the trial judge made some prejudicial remarks during the cross examination of the arresting officer, the state’s principal witness, which placed the accused and his coun'sel at a disadvantage before the jury. Because of this error he asks for a new trial.

The rule is well settled that a fair trial exacts absolute impartiality on the part of the judge as to…