Cooper v. State

Defendant-appellant Cooper was convicted of theft and of violation of the 1935 Firearms Act, as charged in two counts of a three count affidavit. The theft count involved Cooper’s obtention and control over property stolen from the premises of one Ronald K. Trimble, d/b/a Westside Auto Parts. At the time of his arrest, an unlicensed pistol was found upon his person which fact resulted in his conviction on the other count.

Cooper contends upon appeal that the items identified as stolen and seized from the trunk of his automobile were the product of an unlawful search. He likewise attacks the…