State v. Nichols

HUITINK, Judge.

Jerry Nichols appeals from judgment and sentence entered, following a jury trial, for first-degree burglary. He argues there was insufficient evidence to support the entry element of the crime of burglary. We affirm.

I. Background Facts and Proceedings.

Nichols was charged with burglary and related offenses after he shot his son, Greg, at a Hy-Vee store in Indianola. At the time of the shooting, Greg was working in a food preparation room that was closed to the public. This room was separated from a public hallway by swinging doors. At trial, Nichols denied he entered this room…