The defendant was stopped for an expired tag and for making an improper left turn. After being slow to pull his car over, the officer noticed signs of impairment. According to the officer, there was an overpowering odor of alcohol, the defendant’s eyes were very red and glassy, the Defendant’s speech was so slurred that it was difficult to understand him at times. The defendant was unsteady on his feet as well. The officer had the defendant perform roadside exercises, and he believed the defendant had performed poorly. The defendant refused to take the breath test. Aquitted of DUI by jury.
DUI & Criminal Division
