People v. Nieves

On July 27, 1977, defendant was convicted by a jury of possession of heroin with intent to deliver. MCL 335.341(l)(a); MSA 18.1070(4l)(l)(a). He was sentenced to a term of 13 years 4 months to 20 years imprisonment and now appeals as of right.

The principal witness for the prosecution was Amanda Everett, defendant’s girlfriend, who was granted immunity in return for her testimony. She testified that a few days prior to April 1, 1977, she and defendant went to Detroit where he bought some heroin. This heroin was kept in her closet until April 1, 1977, when the police raided her home. At this…