United States v. Raohl Hursh

TROTT, Circuit Judge:

Raohl D. Hursh (“Hursh”) appeals his jury convictions and sentence for importation of marijuana in violation of 21 U.S.C. §§ 952 and 960, and for possession of marijuana with intent to distribute in violation of 21 U.S.C. § 841(a)(1). We have jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1291 and 18 U.S.C. § 3742, and we AFFIRM Hursh’s convictions and sentence.

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FACTUAL BACKGROUND

On January 15, 1999, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Hursh, who was the driver and sole occupant of a 1982 Chevrolet Camaro, attempted to enter the United States from Mexico at the port of entry in Calexico,…