Jennings v. State

Carlos Jennings appeals his conviction of attempted trafficking in cocaine. He raises two issues on appeal: (1) the State failed to prove he was in constructive possession of cocaine; and (2) the trial court abused its discretion when it issued a curative instruction, rather than granting a mistrial, after the prosecutor made improper remarks in closing argument. We are not persuaded by these arguments and affirm.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

On September 20, 2010, an off-duty police officer conducted a traffic stop of a four-door Toyota Camry that had three occupants. Before the officer…