Miranda v. State

Justo L. Miranda appeals his conviction for burglary of an unoccupied dwelling. We affirm.1

Defendant contends that he should be granted a new trial on account of jury confusion over the instructions in this case. Defendant bases his argument on a note sent out by the jury after the deliberations began.

Defendant was brought to trial on the charges of criminal mischief and burglary. The court informed the jury that those were the charges. In opening statements, the prosecution and defense reiterated that defendant was charged with both offenses.

At the conclusion of all of the evidence the trial…