Jones v. State

Banke, Judge.

This appeal is from a conviction for possession of marijuana and heroin. The appellant was originally arrested for a traffic offense, and his car was searched after a check revealed that it was stolen. The drugs were found in a handbag on the floorboard of the car. Held:

1. The contention that venue was not proven is without merit. It is clear from the corrected transcript that the appellant’s trial counsel stipulated venue. The appellant has cited no authority for his contention that a defendant is automatically entitled to a new trial whenever there is an error in the transcript…