People v. Woods

On Februaiy 28, 1973, a petition for adjudication of wardship was filed alleging that Melvin Woods, a minor, committed the offense of theft in that he knowingly exerted unauthorized control over a 1972 Ford with the intent to permanently deprive the owner, Harold Bleck, of its use and benefit. After a hearing in the juvenile division of the circuit court of Cook County, Woods was adjudged delinquent and sentenced to probation for 1 year. On appeal, the issue presented for review is whether Melvin Woods was proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

The testimony of the arresting police officer,…