Renn v. State

On a former day of this term, this case was affirmed by a majority opinion. I then dissent'ed, but did not write, trusting that my Brethren would see the error of their way, and upon motion for rehearing reverse the judgment, to the end that defendant might have a legal trial; but they have written an opinion on the rehearing overruling that motion. I do not purpose to go into a detailed statement of the case or the questions involved, but will state a few reasons why this judgment is erroneously affirmed.

While the witness Vaughn was upon the stand, he was asked, first, if he had not been…