Lance v. State

Birdsong, Judge.

Appellant James Lance appeals his conviction of possession of methamphetamine, no proof of insurance, and violation of the Drivers Licensing Act by driving a motor vehicle after being declared a habitual violator and having his license revoked; appellant also appeals his sentence.

On or about December 1-3, 1986, appellant negotiated the purchase of an automobile. He was given permission to test drive it for a few weeks apparently before finalizing the sale. As appellant was on the way home, the car developed transmission problems, and he parked it near a friend’s house. On…