People v. Snake

Defendant was convicted by a jury of taking possession of and driving away a motor vehicle, contrary to MCLA § 750.413 (Stat Arm 1954 Rev § 28.645).

Testimony at trial shows that on August 3, 1968, at about 10:30 p.m., defendant was stopped by two' police officers while driving a car which'subsequent*81ly was found to be owned by the complaining witness. When questioned by the police, defendant gave a false name and also stated that he did not have the keys to turn off the automobile. In general, defendant’s explanation to police officers regarding his possession of the automobile was incredible.

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