People v. Hunter

Defendant, Cedric E. Hunter, appeals his conviction of forgery (720 ILCS 5/17 — 3(a)(1) (West 2000)). On appeal, defendant contends that (1) the evidence was insufficient to convict him beyond a reasonable doubt; (2) the jury was prejudicially tainted by the comment of a potential juror in open court; and (3) he was prejudiced by the State’s improper argument, which shifted the burden of proof to defendant. We affirm.

Defendant was indicted on one count of forgery. The indictment alleged that on May 25, 2000, defendant knowingly and with the intent to defraud delivered a check that was capable…