Byers v. State

KELLY, Judge.

Martin Byers appeals his judgments and sentences for trafficking in methamphetamine and carrying a concealed weapon. We reverse his judgment and sentence for trafficking because we agree with Byers’ argument that the trial court erred when it denied his motion for judgment of acquittal on that charge. In all other respects, we affirm.

The State’s evidence established that as part of an investigation, police officers responded to a motel where they observed Byers standing outside one of the rooms. After asking Byers to identify himself, the officers asked him whether he had any…