United States v. James Othel Boruff

CLARK, Chief Judge:

I. Introduction.

James 0. Boruff (Boruff) appeals his conviction on conspiracy to possess and possession of more than 50 kilograms of marijuana with intent to distribute. 21 U.S.C. §§ 841(a)(1), 846. We affirm.

II. Facts.

A. Background.

Boruff purchased a new Chevrolet-pickup truck to use in smuggling marijuana from the Mexican border into Texas. • Russell B. Taylor (Taylor), a co-conspirator, accompanied Boruff to make the purchase. Boruff selected a heavy-duty bumper to install on the truck and gave the salesman $2,000 as a downpayment. Boruff later bought two cashiers checks…