Schiefer v. State

As originally assigned to write this opinion, I specially concur in affirming the conviction of the crime of forgery. The place where I specifically differ from the majority as now written is in regard to features of assessed punishment.

I. GUILT ISSUES

Before reaching the fine and penalty questions resulting from the sentence, I would further discuss my perception of the ratification defense by special concurrence. This defense was strongly presented by appellant, Jay Schiefer (Schiefer), to deny crime commission.

By this argument, Schiefer attacks proof of the fraudulent intent required for…