Max Shiflet, Appellant v. the State of Texas, Appellee

Summary

The Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas affirmed the lower appellate court, holding that Max Shiflet's oral admission against interest was admissible because he was not in custody when it was made. The Court reasoned that the admission was voluntary, non‑custodial, and therefore fell under Art. 38.22, V.A.C.C.P. The dissent argued the statement was a mere declaration of belief and should have been excluded.