State v. Jones

Donald D. Jones appeals his conviction of grand larceny by possession of stolen property. A personal restraint petition filed in this court pursuant to RAP 16.3(c) has been combined with the appeal for expeditious disposition. We reverse Mr. Jones' conviction, for failure of the record to reflect his waiver of right to trial by jury. The cause is remanded for new trial.

Facts show that Lincoln County Sheriff officers secured oral permission from Mr. Jones to search his outbuildings. During the search, stolen property was found and seized, including a disassembled winch and cultivator parts.…