Dutton v. State

OPINION

Kimble Dutton appeals from a conviction for possession of stolen property (NRS 205.275), contending the district court erred by admitting certain evidence, and instructing the jury. Dutton also claims the evidence was insufficient to sustain the conviction. Finding no reversible error, we affirm.

In 1976, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, in conjunction with the federal government, established an undercover “fencing” operation code-named “Operation Switch.” Under the fictitious name of Acme Imports, undercover police officers purchased stolen merchandise. On September…