People v. Bookout CA5

INTRODUCTION

In April 2023, defendant Jacob L. Bookout, while traveling approximately 100 miles per hour and under the influence of alcohol and drugs, struck and injured a motorcyclist with his truck. A jury found defendant guilty of multiple counts related to driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and causing injury, one count of reckless driving, and misdemeanor resisting or delaying a peace officer; the jury found true enhancement allegations for causing great bodily injury (GBI) to the victim. The trial court imposed an aggregate sentence of five years. Defendant filed a notice of appeal, challenging the sentencing and requesting court-appointed counsel. Counsel was appointed to represent him on appeal, and counsel filed a Wende1 brief. Defendant was afforded an opportunity to raise any issues on his own, but he has not done so. We have independently reviewed the entire record and, finding no arguable issues, affirm the judgment.

BACKGROUND

Around 9:30 p.m. on April 1, 2023, motorcyclist Bryan C. was slowing to a stop at a stoplight at an intersection in Bakersfield. Defendant, coming from behind Bryan and heading in the same direction, smashed into Bryan with…