Morris v. State

OPINION

SAM BASS, Justice.

Appellant was convicted of delivery of more than 50 pounds and less than 200 pounds of marijuana, an aggravated felony offense punishable by confinement for life or for a term of not more than 99 years or less than five years, and a fine not to exceed $50,000. After finding appellant guilty, the jury assessed his punishment at 25 years confinement and a fine of $50,000.

According to the testimony of a Houston police officer, an informant set up a meet*507ing between the officer and appellant, whom the police officer referred to as “Johnson,” and another man, Barnes, for…