Williams v. State

Christian, Judge.

The offense is possession of whisky in a dry area for the purpose of sale; the punishment, a fine of $100.00.

Operating under a search warrant, officers went to appellant’s home in the City of Brownwood for the purpose of making a search for intoxicating liquor. The front screen door was latched. Appellant and W. W. Allen were sitting at a table in view of the officers with some glasses in front of them. There were some empty beer cans on the table. The officers requested appellant to open the door, and when he did not respond they took an ax and made a forcible entry. As the…