Anderson v. Nelson

Comment on petitioner's failure to testify cannot be labeled harmless error where such comment is extensive, where an inference of guilt from silence is stressed to the jury as a basis for conviction, and where there is evidence that could have supported acquittal.

Certiorari granted; 379 F. 2d 330, reversed.

Charles A. Legge for petitioner.

Thomas C. Lynch, Attorney General of California, for respondent.

PER CURIAM: