United States v. Jones

DUHÉ, Circuit Judge:

A jury convicted Robert A. Jones (“Jones”) of one count of possession with the intent to distribute five or more kilograms of cocaine in violation of 21 U.S.C.A. § 841(a)(1). See 21 U.S.C.A. 841(a)(1) (West 1981). Jones raises three issues on appeal. First, Jones argues that the cocaine seized from his car should be suppressed because Deputy Sheriff Picou lacked reasonable suspicion to stop him and because Deputy Picou was not properly commissioned under Louisiana state law. Second, he argues the government presented insufficient evidence to support his conviction. Third,…