P. v. Patterson
Following a jury trial, defendant Jennifer Patterson was convicted of embezzlement. (Pen. Code, § 487, subd. (b)(3).)[1] The jury also found true the enhancement allegation that she took property valued at over $65,000. (§ 12022.6, subd. (a)(1).) In addition to her prison sentence, defendant was ordered to pay $150,000 in direct victim restitution. On appeal, defendant contends there was insufficient evidence to support the true finding that she stole more than $65,000 and the trial court abused its discretion in ordering her to pay $150,000 in direct victim restitution. We conclude the reasonable inferences drawn from the evidence provide substantial evidence supporting the enhancement allegation. Furthermore, we conclude there is a rational and factual basis for the restitution award. Accordingly, we affirm the judgment.
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