Client was at fault in a rear end collision. When Officers approached her they smelled the odor of alcoholic beverages, and burnt marijuana, noticed slurred speech, red glassy eyes and that the client was unsteady on her feet. The officer asked our client to do field sobriety exercises and to submit to a blood alcohol test, she refused both. Client was arrested and a small burnt marijuana cigarette was found in her front passenger seat area. She was charged with DUI with Injury and Property Damage and Possession of Marijuana. We prepared the case for trial including preparing motions for Accident Report Privilege and Constructive Possession of the Marijuana. Before trial the State Amended the DUI to Reckless driving and Nolle Prossed the Marijuana Charge.
DUI & Criminal Division
