Jones v. State

Appellant, Jessie Ruth Jones, was convicted, after a jury trial, of murder in violation of § 13A-6-2, Code of Alabama 1975, and was sentenced to 40 years' imprisonment. She appeals, raising one issue.

The evidence disclosed that, on November 20, 1987, appellant and the victim, Richard Powell, were living together in appellant's home. The victim had been staying in appellant's home "off and on" for about six months. Their relationship had been stormy and was punctuated by frequent arguments and altercations. On said date, appellant ordered the victim to vacate her premises. After some argument,…