King v. State

OPINION

VANCE, Justice.

Kenneth Edwin King was convicted by a jury of possession of marihuana, less than five pounds but more than four ounces. See Tex.Health & Safety Code Ann. § 481.120(b)(4) (Vernon 1992). His conviction was enhanced by two prior felony convictions, and he was sentenced to twelve years in prison. He appeals on three points. We will affirm.

In the early morning hours of December 14, 1990, King lost control of his vehicle and turned it over in Barry Gee’s front yard. King was unhurt, and Gee gave him a ride home. Approximately four hours later, Trooper James LeBlanc, an officer…