People v. Dickerson

Defendant was convicted of theft in the circuit court of Winnebago County. The appellate court reversed without remand on the ground that the indictment failed to charge an offense and was void. In a supplemental opinion after rehearing, the appellate court adhered to its original decision. (21 Ill. App. 3d 977.) We granted leave to appeal.

The statute in question (111. Rev. Stat. 1971, ch. 38, par. 16 — 1) reads:

“A person commits theft when he knowingly:

* * *(d) Obtains control over stolen property knowing the property to have been stolen by another or under such circumstances as would…