In a trial by court, Lawrence Joseph Mercer was convicted of drawing or exhibiting a firearm in a rude, angry, or threatening manner in the immediate presence of a peace officer who was then engaged in the performance of his duties (Pen. Code, § 417, subd. (b)). He was granted probation and appeals, contending the evidence is insufficient to support the conviction.
The facts disclose that at approximately...
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