People v. Glass

Defendant was convicted of the offenses of manslaughter in driving a vehicle, with gross negligence; was granted probation; and appeals.

Although contradicted in part, there is evidence showing: Defendant, while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, drove an automobile westerly along Orangethorpe Avenue, in the City of Placentia, at between 60 and 65 miles per hour. The posted speed limit was 45 miles per hour. At the intersection of Orangethorpe and Melrose Avenues, a truck operated by a street repair crew was parked perpendicular to the north curb of Orangethorpe. Three of the crew…