State v. Jones

Larry Jones appeals the trial court's order entered May 31, 1990, finding him guilty of second degree theft and third degree assault. Jones contends that the trial court improperly stated the law in its jury instructions and erred in denying Jones' motion to dismiss. We affirm.

On May 13, 1989, Larry Jones visited the Federal Way Stock Market Food Store. The facts were controverted. Jones testified that he decided not to make a purchase and attempted to exit without going past the check stands by walking back through the "aisle of values" to the entrance. However, two store employees, Greg…