State v. Blunk

KAROHL, Judge.

Defendant appeals after a jury conviction and sentence of two consecutive seven-year terms of imprisonment and fine of $7,000 on two charges of stealing over $150 by means of deceit. Section 570.030 RSMo 1986. A substitute information charged four separate crimes involving obtaining money by employing a “pigeon drop” scheme. After the close of the state’s evidence, one count was dismissed. The trial court granted a judgment of acquittal on another count. The jury found defendant guilty on the remaining two counts and recommended the maximum available sentence on each count.…