People v. Wells

In a trial without a jury the defendant was found guilty on two charges—(1) driving a vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, and (2) failing to remain at the scene of an automobile accident involving property damage. Because it was his second conviction within a five-year period on the charge of driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, defendant was sentenced to serve 90 days in the House of Correction and fined $500. Ill Rev Stats, c 95%, § 144(c) (1965). For failing to remain at the scene of an accident he was fined $15 plus $5 costs. Defendant has filed…