Gregory Eugene Baines v. State

OPINION

MARTHA HILL JAMISON, Justice.

Appellant, Gregory Eugene Baines (“appellant”), appeals from his conviction for misdemeanor theft. In his sole issue on appeal, appellant complains that the trial court erred in overruling his objection to a portion of the State’s final argument. Appellant argues that the State improperly commented on his failure to call two witnesses at trial. We affirm.

Background

Appellant was charged with theft of property valued at more than $500 but less than $1,500. He pleaded not guilty and the case was tried to a jury. The jury found appellant guilty, and the trial…