The police made contact with the defendant after receiving a tip about a vehicle in a McDonald’s parking lot in which the driver was very intoxicated. Officers made contact with the defendant and noticed a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage, that his eyes were watery and bloodshot, and that his speech was slurred and mumbled. The police also noted that his balance was so poor that he had to lean on his vehicle for support. The defendant refused roadside exercises and a breath test. The defendant was arrested and charged with DUI. The DUI charge was dropped 1-20-09.
DUI & Criminal Division
