BYRD, Justice.
A jury found appellant Maggie Walker guilty of voluntary manslaughter and fixed her punishment at five years in the penitentiary. For reversal of the judgment upon the verdict, appellant argues that the trial court erred in not dismissing the charges against her because her actions were in self-defense and for her own protection. We find no merit in appellant's argument.
The record shows that H. D. Hughes, the ex-husband of Mary Hughes, was...
Let's get started
Welcome to the leading source of independent legal reporting
Sign on now to see your case.
Or view more than 10 million decisions and orders.
- Updated daily.
- Uncompromising quality.
- Complete, Accurate, Current.