McBride v. State

BAKER, Judge.

Defendant-appellant George McBride appeals his conviction for burglary of a dwelling, a Class B felony.1 McBride claims the State failed to prove his intent to commit a felony was contemporaneous with his breaking and entering of the victim's home. He also challenges the trial court's refusal to give a tendered jury instruction.

We affirm.

FACTS

On May 8, 1991, McBride watched 70 year old Thelma Workman mow her 25 acre yard. As McBride watched Mrs. Workman work outside, he repeatedly drove around the vicinity of Mrs. Workman's home. On at least two occasions, Mrs. Workman's…