State v. G.M.V.

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Proof of constructive possession requires a showing of dominion and control over the particular place where contraband is found. The question presented here is whether a juvenile who moves out of an upstairs bedroom in her parents’ house and into the basement retains dominion and control over the upstairs bedroom. We do not agree with the juvenile court that G.M.V. had constructive possession of a gun found in the upstairs bedroom. And we reverse her convictions for unlawful possession of an illegally altered (sawed-off) shotgun. We affirm, however, G.M.V.’s conviction for possession of…