Stocklin v. State

Robert Stocklin was found guilty of possession of stolen property of less than $100.00 in value under IC 1971, 35-17-5-3(1) (f) and (2) (a) (Burns Code Ed.). He was sentenced to the custody of the Indiana State Department of Corrections for a period of from one (1) to five (5) years under IC 1971, 35-17-5-12(1) (Burns Code Ed.). On appeal, Stocklin challenges the sufficiency of the evidence to support his conviction. Specifically, Stocklin contends there is insufficient evidence that he obtained control over stolen property knowing the property to have been stolen by another. We agree and…