Hardy v. State

The plaintiff in error, George Hardy, here designated the defendant, was charged with the illegal possession of one-half gallon of whisky, with the unlawful intent to barter and sell the same in violation of the prohibitory laws of this state. By verdict of the jury he was found guilty as charged, with the penalty fixed at a fine of $500 and 180 days in jail.

The evidence shows that several peace officers went to the home of the defendant, and under authority of a search warrant searched the premises and found nothing; that as they approached the residence the officers observed the defendant…