Jackson v. State

The public defender for the Second Judicial Circuit has filed an Anders brief in this cause, Anders v. California, 386 U.S. 738, 87 S.Ct. 1396, 18 L.Ed.2d 493 (1967). We find two of the potential grounds for relief identified by the public defender to be without merit. However, we find reversible error raised by one ground. Accordingly, we reverse and remand for new trial.

Appellant was charged by information with grand theft, Sections 812.014(1)(a), (b), (2)(b)1., Florida Statutes (1983). At the time of the events giving rise to this case, appellant was associated with an automobile repair…