Dezmon Briscoe, a Kansas University freshman football player and one of the Jayhawks’ leading receivers, will appear in court at the end of the month on charges of theft by deception, less than $1,000.

According to court filings last week, Briscoe, of Dallas, tried to steal merchandise from Wal-Mart, 3300 Iowa. The district attorney’s office, citing the case’s juvenile status, had no comment.

Briscoe is being charged as a juvenile because the theft is alleged to have occurred in June before Briscoe – who was in Lawrence preparing for the football season – turned 18. Many KU athletes come to Lawrence during the summer to take part in the athletic department’s summer bridge program, which helps athletes adjust to the college academic and athletic environment.

Neither Briscoe nor the athletic department had any comment Wednesday afternoon. Jim Marchiony, associate athletic director, did say the department has been aware of the alleged incident since June.

KU coach Mark Mangino, asked about the incident after practice Wednesday night, said “I have no comment. I handle all personnel issues internally.”

Briscoe has picked up seven touchdowns and 322 yards in nine games this season. His touchdowns lead the undefeated Jayhawks.

Briscoe is scheduled to appear at 4 p.m. Nov. 29 in Douglas County District Court. That would be after that last game of KU’s regular season but before a possible Big 12 Championship game or bowl appearance.