Davis v. State

HARRIS, Judge.

Appellant was convicted of murder in the first degree and the jury fixed his punishment at imprisonment in the penitentiary for life. He was sentenced in accordance with the verdict of the jury. At arraignment, with his counsel present, he pleaded not guilty and not guilty by reason of insantiy. After sentence was imposed, he gave notice of appeal. He was found to be indigent and a free transcript was furnished him. Trial counsel was appointed to represent him on appeal.

The State’s evidence is not disputed. Appellant did not testify nor was any evidence offered in his behalf.

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