Smith v. State

Smith was indicted for violation of Sections 39-1701, T.C.A. (forgery), and 39-1704, T.C.A. (transfer of forged papers with intent to defraud). The jury found him guilty of the second offense, charged by statute 39-1704, T.C.A., and sentenced him to serve three (3) years in the penitentiary. From this conviction he has seasonably appealed, filed assignments of error and a brief, and able arguments have been heard. After thoroughly - considering the matter, including an independent investigation by the *211writer of this opinion, we are now in a position to decide the questions raised.-

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