TITLE 19

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE

CHAPTER 17

PLEADINGS BY DEFENDANT

19-1716.  Evidence admissible under plea of not guilty. All matters of fact tending to establish a defense other than former conviction or acquittal, or once in jeopardy, may be given in evidence under the plea of not guilty.

History:

[(19-1716) Cr. Prac. 1864, sec. 300, p. 249; R.S., R.C., & C.L., sec. 7759; C.S., sec. 8883; I.C.A., sec. 19-1616.]