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Shelton v. State
30 Tex. 431
Tex.
1867
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Lindsay, J.

We can see no defect in the indictment in this case. If any two or more persons shall fight together in a public place, by our statute, it constitutes an affray, or an offense, for which they are punishable by fine. The indictment charges that the appellant did so fight with one Coots in a public place. That simple allegation is sufficient to meet the requirement of the statute. It is true, the statute does define what is intended to be a public place within the meaning of the law. But this is altogether a matter of evidence, and the state must - show in sustaining the charge that the fighting was in a public place. The appellant, in pleading guilty, furnished the proof to the state in this case.

This court will not, therefore, disturb the judgment and verdict of the court below.. It is

Aeeirmed.

Case Details

Case Name: Shelton v. State
Court Name: Texas Supreme Court
Date Published: Oct 15, 1867
Citation: 30 Tex. 431
Court Abbreviation: Tex.
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