Hunter v. State

Allen Harrell Hunter appeals his conviction and sentence for burglary of a dwelling and grand theft and the amount of restitution awarded to the victim. We affirm the conviction without discussion, and reverse on the issue of restitution.

Hunter was charged with burglary of a dwelling and grand theft in connection with a break-in at the victim’s residence. Several items were taken from the home: jewelry, a laptop computer, a handgun, and a piece of luggage. At Hunter’s sentencing hearing, the victim sought twenty thousand dollars in restitution. When the court inquired as to how the victim…