In re Paul S.
Over a two month period, 14 year old Paul S. attempted to steal a car radio, stole alcohol from a grocery store, attempted another auto theft, attacked a teacher, stole a purse from a truck, and threatened a robbery victim with a knife. An amended petition charged Paul with attempted second degree robbery, second degree commercial burglary, petty theft, damaging or taking part of a vehicle, and battery on a school employee. (Pen. Code, 211, 459, 484, subd. (a), 243.6; Veh. Code, 10852.) Paul admitted all counts. While in juvenile hall, Paul beat another minor. A subsequent petition charged him with assault with a deadly weapon. ( 245, subd. (a)(1).) Paul also admitted this count. After his release, Paul got into a fight at school, became menacing toward the school principal, and spoke disrespectfully to the police officer who had been summoned to the school. He removed his ankle monitor and stole more alcohol from a grocery store. During a second stay in juvenile hall, Paul attacked another minor until dissuaded by pepper spray. The trial court committed Paul to the California Youth Authority for a period not to exceed 72 months. Paul appeals, challenging his commitment. Court affirm the judgment.
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