State v. Eldridge

Charles Eldridge appeals from his convictions for possession of marijuana. We reverse and remand.

I. Background Facts and Proceedings.

On February 11, 1997, police officers executed a search warrant at the Charles Finch residence in Waterloo. The warrant authorized police to search “ ... Finch and any other persons located at the residence.... ” Because Eldridge was in the Finch residence at that time, he was searched. Eldridge was arrested and charged with this offense after police found marijuana on his person.

On February 27, 1997, attorney Robert Thompson filed a written appearance and not…