People v. Demers

Defendant, Charles Demers, was arrested and charged with breaking and entering with intent to commit a felony or larceny pursuant to CL 1948, § 750.110 (Stat Ann 1962 Bev § 28-.305). The crime took place November 26, 1964, in the city of Benton Harbor.

Upon arraignment, December 4, 1964, to answer an information charging him with the ofíense, defendant, unrepresented by counsel, pleaded guilty and later was sentenced to 3 to 10 years in prison.

Defendant appeals on various grounds, all of which are directed toward statutory and constitutional issues arising from arraignment.

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