Atkinson v. State

OPINION

DOUGLAS, Judge.

This is an appeal from a conviction for theft under the former Code. Punishment was assessed at five years, probated.

The main contention is that the evidence is insufficient to support the conviction.

Appellant was the coordinator of the audio-visual services of the Houston Independent School District from 1965-1972. He planned and supervised the “Summer Film Festival of 1971.” This was an educational program designed for disadvantaged children in the Houston area.

On April 30, 1971, appellant prepared a requisition order for twelve films. The requisition order stated that…