State v. Groves

SHRUM, Chief Judge.

Michael Groves (Defendant) was found guilty by a jury of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. § 195.211, RSMo Supp.1989. The trial court sentenced him to ten years’ imprisonment pursuant to the jury’s assessment of punishment.

On appeal Defendant contends the evidence was insufficient to support his conviction. We find the evidence sufficient and affirm the judgment.

FACTS

On Friday, February 19, 1993, Defendant rented Room 106 at a Sikeston, Missouri, motel, paying for one night’s lodging. The next morning, he paid for a second night. Defendant…