California Court of Appeal April 11, 1960, Crim. No. 6845 (People v. Varela)

SHINN, P. J.

Frank N. Varela and Johnny and Hermelinda Cobos were jointly accused by information of the possession of heroin in violation of section 11500, Health and Safety Code. Varela was accused of having suffered three prior convictions of violations of narcotics laws. He was represented by court appointed counsel. In a non jury trial the defendants were convicted.