Goodman v. State

Johnson, Presiding Judge.

A jury found Challas Goodman guilty of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. Goodman’s sole contention on appeal is that the trial court erred in denying his motion to suppress. We find no error and affirm Goodman’s conviction.

Three principles guide our review of the trial court’s findings of fact.

First, when a motion to suppress is heard by the trial judge, that judge sits as the trier of facts. The trial judge hears the evidence, and his findings based upon conflicting evidence are analogous to the verdict of a jury and should not be disturbed by a…