Celeste v. State

Jon M. Celeste appeals his conviction of trafficking in oxycodone. He contends that the trial court erred in denying his motions for judgment of acquittal. We agree and reverse.

Mr. Celeste was charged with trafficking in oxycodone, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription and possession with intent to sell. After the State dismissed both possession charges, the case proceeded to trial solely on the trafficking charge. The State introduced evidence that Sheriffs Deputy Steven Jenny observed Mr. Celeste riding his bicycle at night without lights in violation of Florida law.…