People v. Norton

THE COURT.

Appellant was convicted after trial by jury of violation of section 270 of the Penal Code, which provides that a father who wilfully omits without lawful excuse to provide the necessary food, clothing and medical care for his minor child is guilty of a misdemeanor. The appellant was placed on probation for a period of two years on condition that he pay the amount of $15 per month for the support and maintenance of his minor child, Winnie May Norton, with the further condition that he furnish a bond in the amount of $350 as a guarantee for such payments.

This appeal is from the order…