State v. Humpherys

Defendant appeals from his conviction of theft by deception, a third degree felony in violation of U.C.A., 1953, § 76-6-405 (1978 ed.), and issuing bad checks, a third degree felony in violation of U.C.A., 1953, § 76-6-505(1) (1978 ed.) (Supp.1983). He claims that the trial court abused its discretion in denying his motion for a continuance of trial. We affirm.

On August 22, 1984, defendant’s trial was set for January 8 and 9, 1985. Defendant was originally represented by court-appointed counsel, who was withdrawn by the court when defendant obtained employment. On December 18, 1984, defendant…