Jacobs v. State

OPINION

EVA M. GUZMAN, Justice.

After a bench trial, appellant George Henry Jacobs was convicted of the offense of felony theft by deception. On appeal, Jacobs challenges the legal and factual sufficiency of the evidence supporting his conviction, arguing the evidence only demonstrates a civil contract dispute, and is insufficient to support a finding of criminal intent. Because we agree the evidence shows only appellant’s failure to fully perform a contract, we reverse the conviction, dismiss the indictment, and render a judgment of acquittal.

I. FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

The complainant,…