Folsom v. Beauchamp

LARRY G. SMITH, Judge.

Joseph E. Folsom appeals an order of the circuit court finding him guilty of indirect criminal contempt growing out of his conversations with two prospective jurors. Appellant bases his appeal upon the contention that the evidence is insufficient to establish his guilt. We find the evidence was sufficient, and affirm.

Two prospective jurors, Willie Joe Land and Jerry Metzger, were summoned to appear for a term during which a civil case involving appellant was scheduled for trial. Appellant’s conversations with Land and Metzger occurred after service of the jury summons…