State v. Johnson

The State appeals the trial court’s post-trial order granting Johnson’s motion for judgment of acquittal as to a trafficking in cocaine charge, after a jury returned a verdict finding Johnson guilty of the trafficking offense, as well as fleeing and eluding. On appeal, the State argues that it provided sufficient evidence to show that Johnson had dominion and control over the cocaine, the factor upon which the trial court based its order. We agree, and reverse for reentry of the jury verdict and sentencing.

Factual History and Procedural Posture

At trial, a detective testified that on the day…