Juan Ismael Sanchez v. State

OPINION

Harvey Brown, Justice

Juan Ismael Sanchez appeals from his conviction for the theft of a motor vehicle, contending that the State did not introduce sufficient proof of the vehicle’s value. We conclude that the proof is sufficient and affirm his conviction.

Background

Sanchez was indicted for the theft of a neighbor’s 2000 Volkswagen Bug. See Tex. Penal Code § 31.03. After a trial during which the defense rested without calling witnesses, the jury found Sanchez guilty of the offense, which was a state jail felony due the value of the car. Sanchez subsequently pleaded true to enhancement…