People v. Surety Insurance

Opinion

LILLIE, Acting P. J.

Each appellant posted a bond of $2,500 to permit defendant Johnny Valentine, charged with a violation of section 11352, Health and Safety Code, a felony, to be released on bail. On August 1, 1973, Valentine appeared for arraignment and plea before Abraham Gorenfeld, a superior court commissioner acting as judge pro tern. On Valentine’s request Gorenfeld granted a continuance until August 15, 1973, on which date Valentine failed to appear, and Gorenfeld entered the following minute order, “Defendant fails to appear without sufficient excuse. Bail forfeited.”…