People v. Kelly

After a jury trial, defendant was convicted on two counts of armed robbery and sentenced to concurrent terms of 10 to 25 years.

On appeal, he contends (1) prejudicial religious remarks were made during closing argument; (2) improper reference was made during argument to his prior burglary conviction; (3) the proof presented was not consistent with the charges in the indictment; and (4) the sentence is excessive and should be reduced, because of his background and physical condition.

The facts are summarized as follows. On a December afternoon, James Sheridan observed a stranger enter and walk…