Evans

Appellant Mattie Belinda Evans (Evans) appeals from a jury trial conviction of grand theft (Pen. Code, § 487), embezzlement by a public officer (Pen. Code, § 424, subd. 1), and falsification of public records (Gov. Code, § 6200).

Probation was denied and Evans was sentenced to state prison for the term prescribed by law on the grand theft conviction. The sentences for embezzlement and falsification of public records were stayed pending service of the grand theft sentence.

Contentions

Evans contends that the trial court (1) failed to inquire adequately as to Evans’ capacity to represent herself at trial; (2) improperly instructed the jury; and (3) failed to stay the sentences for embezzlement and falsification of public records pending service of her grand theft sentence.

We find these contentions to be without merit for the reasons stated below.

Facts

Evans was employed as an eligibility worker for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services from the middle of 1976 to early 1977. Her duties included interviewing clients and reviewing documents and information to determine the eligibility of clients for public assistance programs. Additionally, Evans…