C.J.P. v. State

I concur as to count III but respectfully dissent as to count I. On count I, the prosecution had to prove beyond a reasonable doubt “that 1) an aggravated assault occurred, 2) C.J.P. knew that an aggravated assault had occurred, and 3) C.J.P. aided the perpetrator with the intent that the offender avoid arrest.” Ante, p. 63.

In a hearing on a petition alleging that a child has committed a delinquent act or violation of law, the evidence must establish such findings beyond a reasonable doubt.

§ 39.052(l)(b)l., Fla.Stat. (Supp.1994). In re Winship, 397 U.S. 358, 90 S.Ct. 1068, 25 L.Ed.2d 368…