106 Ga. 400 | Ga. | 1899
The first and second grounds of the motion for a new trial were the general grounds that the verdict was contrary to the law and the evidence. These will be considered in disposing of the other grounds.
The accused had no absent witnesses; there was nothing peculiar about the facts of the case, and no theory of defense was suggested requiring special preparation. It must be left to-the sound discretion of the trial judge to determine what time should be allowed counsel to prepare for trial, and such discretion will not be interfered with by this court, unless abused. In Walton’s case, 79 Ga. 446, the homicide occurred Friday night. On Monday following the presiding judge, in anticipation of the indictment, appointed counsel to represent the defendant. An indictment for murder was found on Tuesday,
Judgment affirmed.