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DUI Wins

Our Recent DUI Victories

The following is a list of the firm's most recent DUI wins.
Parks & Braxton provides the case number, the judge's name, as well as the date the DUI was won for authenticity purposes.
Nov 22, 2011 Case: CT-004713-XEP Judge Jeske
The defendant was stopped for driving with no headlights and weaving. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. According to the officer, she was unsteady on her feet. She refused the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. She then refused the breath.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Nov 21, 2011 Case: 2010CT002594-A-O Judge Ansbro
The defendant was initially observed weaving from lane to lane. Next, the officer observed the defendant make an abrupt u-turn while screeching his tires. Finally, the officer clocked the defendant going 57mph in a 35 mph zone. After stopping the defendant, the officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. Based on these observations the officer asked the defendant to perform field sobriety tests. On the walk and turn test the defendant started early and failed to walk heel to toe. On the one leg stand the defendant swayed and used his arms for balance. The defendant was arrested for DUI and refused to submit to a breath test.
The DUI was dismissed.
Nov 18, 2011 Case: 09-029268MM10A Judge Brown
The defendant was observed passed out behind the wheel with the keys in the ignition and the engine running. An open bottle of beer was observed in the center console. The officer also observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant staggered as he exited the vehicle. Upon questioning, he admitted to drinking four or five beers and then performed several field sobriety tests. For example, on the walk and turn test, he failed to touch heel to toe and stepped off the line several times. On the finger to nose test, he failed to touch the tip of his nose with the the tip of his index finger. The officer subsequently located an open pint of rum that was about 5/6 empty. He was then arrested for DUI.
The State conceded the motion and then Dropped the DUI.
Nov 16, 2011 Case: 09-018397MM10A Judge Lerner-Wren
The defendant was involved in a traffic crash whereby he hit a tree and his vehicle was upside down. Two officers arrived on scene and observed an extremely strong odor of alcohol coming from the defendant. The defendant was slurring his words, was unsteady, and admitted to drinking six beers. The defendant was asked to perform field sobriety tests and he refused. He was placed under arrest for DUI and then subsequently kicked one of the officers and was charged with battery on a law enforcement officer as well as refusal to submit to DUI testing.
The State conceded the motion to suppress, Dropped the DUI, Battery charges, and refusal to submit to testing.
Nov 14, 2011 Case: 2390-XBG Judge Ortiz
The defendant was the at fault driver in a rear end collision. The officers, upon arrival, observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, slow. slurred speech, and a flushed face. Due to the defendant's level of impairment, she was unable to complete any of the field sobriety exercises other than the finger to nose to which she showed several signs of intoxication. She was arrested for DUI and then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Nov 14, 2011 Case: 3014-XED Judge Miranda
The defendant was found by police passed out in a parked car on a sidewalk. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, mumbled/slurred speech, and watery eyes. He performed very poorly the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .145 and .148 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Nov 10, 2011 Case: F10-019490 Judge Colodny
The defendant was stopped by police for weaving, driving all over the road, and making cars take evasive action. Once stopped, the officers noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood-shot eyes. He refused to perform the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI, Felony Agggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (ie. a car), and possession of marijuana which was found in the car. He then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI, dismissed the possession of marijuana charge, and amended the felony charge to a misdemeanor assault.
Nov 10, 2011 Case: 2849-XDQ Judge Seraphin
The defendant was stopped for running a red light and almost broad-siding another car. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slow speech, and he appeared to be disoriented. He failed the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI.
On the morning of Jury trial, the State Dropped the DUI.
Nov 7, 2011 Case: CT-006410-STF Judge Lefler
The defendant was the at fault driver in a rear end crash. The officer observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. Since he was transported to the hospital, a breath test was not practical and neither were roadside tests. A blood draw was ordered and the results of the defendant's blood alcohol content were .110 and .109. He was arrested and charged with DUI.
The DUI was Dropped.
Nov 2, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-032265AXXX Judge Castor
The defendant was involved in crash whereby he hit the back of a police car which was on a traffic stop. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, red/ glassy eyes, a bottle of tequila in the car, and balance problems. The defendant performed very poorly on roadside tests which were video taped. He was then arrested for DUI.
Prior to the motion hearing, the State Dropped the DUI.
Oct 28, 2011 Case: 11-CT-500650 Judge Mann
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. A DUI investigator was called to the scene and made similar observations. He was asked by the DUI officer if he had anything to drink and the defendant stated nothing at all. When he exited the car, he used the door for balance. He was then asked to perform field sobriety tests and he refused. He was then arrested for DUI and refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Oct 27, 2011 Case: 10-11893MM10A Judge Brown
The defendant was stopped for driving too slow and obstructing traffic. The initial officer observed a strong odor of alcohol and glassy watery eyes. He then observed the defendant having trouble exiting the vehicle and almost fell onto the street. The DUI officer made the same observations and administered several sobriety tests. After the walk and turn and one leg stand the defendant was arrested for DUI.
On the morning of the motion the State dropped the DUI.
Oct 25, 2011 Case: 11-CT-000890000AKW (JURY TRIAL) Judge Miller
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, red eyes, and slurred speech. There were open containers of alcohol in the the car and the defendant admitted to having three to four drinks prior to driving. According to the officer, the defendant admitted that she may have been impaired, but was sober enough to drive home. According to the officer, she failed the video taped field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. After her arrest, she refused the breath test.
The Jury found the Defendant Not Guilty.
Oct 24, 2011 Case: 10-027224MM10A Judge Ross
The defense rear-ended another vehicle resulting in a three car crash. The first officer conducted the accident investigation and turned the DUI investigation over to another officer. The second officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant performed several field sobriety tests including the one leg stand and the walk and turn test. On the one leg stand test the defendant failed to keep his foot off the ground and used his arms for balance. On the walk and turn test he stepped off the line several times and failed to touch heel to toe several times. The defendant was arrested for DUI and refused to submit to a breath test.
The motion was Granted and all of the evidence was thrown out. The DUI was dropped.
Oct 18, 2011 Case: 2009-CT-018411-A-O Judge Craner
The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, slurred speech, and slow movements. The defendant used both hands while exiting the vehicle and was unsteady on his feet. He admitted to drinking two beers and then submitted to the roadside tasks which according to the officers he failed. He was then arrested for DUI.
Based on the above, the State Dropped the DUI on the morning of trial.
Oct 17, 2011 Case: 3406-XED Judge Denaro
The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the road. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred/confused speech, and a flushed face. She showed severe signs of impairment on all the field sobriety tests and was then arrested for DUI. After her arrest, she refused the breath test.
Based on the above, the State Dropped the DUI.
Oct 14, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-029597AXXX Judge Damico
The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane and driving 40 miles per hour in a 55 mile per hour zone. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood-shot eyes. He was unsteady on his feet and appeared confused. The defendant showed major signs of impairment on the field sobriety exercises and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .168 and .167 in the breath machine. This was the defendant's Third offense.
The Judge Granted the motion, threw out all the evidence, and the State Dismissed the DUI.
Oct 8, 2011 Case: 48-2011-CT-006847-O Judge Plogstedt
The defendant was stopped for speeding and drifting. The officer observed and odor of alcohol, she advised she drank beers, and she had red eyes. According to the officer, she performed poorly on the roadside tests which were video taped. She was then arrested for DUI.
After announcing ready for jury trial, on the morning of trial the State Dismissed the DUI.
Oct 8, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-006831-O Judge Plogstedt
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, and she was swaying. The defendant admitted to drinking. According to the officer she performed poorly on the roadside tests which were video taped. For example, on the walk and turn, she lost her balance and stepped off the line. On the one leg stand, she raised her arms for balance and put her foot down. The defendant was arrested for DUI and then refused the breath test.
On the morning of jury trial, the State Dismissed the DUI.
Oct 5, 2011 Case: 10-CT-00190801XXLD Judge Griffin
The defendant was stopped for weaving a couple of times. The officer observed and odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and she admitted to drinking Long Island Iced Teas. She performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. For example, on the walk and turn, she lost her balance, did not touch heel to toe, and used her arms for balance. On the one leg stand, she put her foot down and swayed. She was arrested for DUI and then refused the breath test.
Prior to filing a motion to suppress, the State Dropped the DUI.
Oct 2, 2011 Case: 10-CM-015864 Judge Conrad
The defendant was stopped for driving down a one way street in the wrong direction. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and a sway to his stance. The defendant performed the HGN (eye test) at the request of the officer. He also performed the walk and turn, one leg stand, and finger to nose. For example, on the one leg stand, he swayed. On the walk and turn, he took an incorrect number of steps, did an improper turn, and missed heel to toe. On the finger to nose, he did not use the tip of his finger and failed to remove his finger from his nose several times. He was placed under arrest for DUI. After his arrest, the police found marijuana and a smoking pipe in the car. He was also charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
The DUI was Dropped and the drug charges were Dismissed.
Oct 1, 2011 Case: CT-000301-XEH Judge Lefler
The defendant was stopped for driving with no headlights. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The defendant was also slow to respond to police emergency equipment. The defendant refused the roadside tests on video tape and after his arrest for DUI refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second DUI.
Prior to trial, the State Dropped the DUI.
Oct 1, 2011 Case: 7815-XEJ Judge Gayles
The defendant was stopped for running a red light and weaving. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, unsteadiness, and bloodshot eyes. The officer also found marijuana in the car. The defendant was arrested for DUI and possession of marijuana.
On the morning of trial, the DUI and Possession charge were dismissed for a violation of the Statute of Limitations.
Oct 1, 2011 Case: 3210-XEJ Judge Newman
The defendant was stopped after almost colliding with a police car. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, thick tongued speech, watery eyes, and unsteadiness. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the roadside tests which were video taped. He was arrested for DUI and subsequently refused the breath test.
On the day of trial and prior to arguing the motion, the State Dropped the DUI.
Oct 1, 2011 Case: 8071-XEE Judge Schwartz
The defendant was stopped for continuously swerving. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, mumbled speech, and watery eyes. The defendant admitted to drinking wine. After performing only the HGN (eye test), he was arrested for DUI. This was the defendant's second DUI.
On the day of trial, the DUI was dismissed based on the Statute of Limitations.
Sep 28, 2011 Case: CT-004244-XEP Judge Dominguez
The defendant was stopped for making an illegal left turn. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and he moved slowly. The defendant stumbled as he stepped from the car. He failed the field sobriety tests according to the officer which were video taped. After his arrest for DUI, he blew a .156 and .162.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 19, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-019871AXXX Judge Evans
The defendant was found by police passed out in the driver's seat of his car in a parking lot. Officers subsequently noticed an odor of alcohol, watery eyes, and a flushed face. He performed poorly on roadside tasks and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .186 and .173 in the breath machine.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Sep 19, 2011 Case: 4522-XDY Judge Seraphin
The defendant was stopped for speeding and failing to stop at a red light while turning. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and watery eyes. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn test, he took and incorrect number of steps, used his arms for balance, and stepped off the line. On the finger to nose test, he missed the tip of his nose and used the wrong hand. He was arrested for DUI and then refused the breath test.
Just before jury selection, the State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 15, 2011 Case: CT-005157-XEP Judge Greco
The defendant was stopped for driving into oncoming traffic. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. He also had on two bar wrist bands. According to the officer, he failed the video taped field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .154 and .149 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 14, 2011 Case: CT-002590-XEJ Judge Mcneil
The defendant was found by police passed out at an intersection. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. He performed poorly on the roadside tests according to the officers which were not video taped. He was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .186 and .183 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 12, 2011 Case: 09-025733MM10A Judge Murphy
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer approached the car on video and observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant stated he had not been drinking. The officer performed the HGN test (eye test) with the defendant still seated in the vehicle. The officer then asked the defendant about taking drugs to which he responded that he had taken muscle relaxers. The defendant was asked to exit the car and perform field sobriety tests. After performing the tests on video he was arrested for DUI. This was the defendant's 2nd DUI.
The Court Granted the Motion to Dismiss.
Sep 11, 2011 Case: CT-008938-SVI Judge Lefler
The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and glassy eyes. The defendant had difficulty exiting the vehicle and used the car for support. He admitted to drinking two beers and one glass of wine. He refused the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 11, 2011 Case: CT-005975-XBN Judge Mcneil
The defendant was stopped for weaving, driving to slow, and braking for no reason. The trooper observed an odor of alcohol, unsteadiness, and watery eyes. He performed poorly on the roadside tests according the trooper and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .145 and .142 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 9, 2011 Case: 11-012849MM10A Judge NO JUDGE ASSIGNED
The defendant was stopped for speeding and drifting. The Trooper observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and a flushed face. The defendant admitted to drinking beer. He refused the roadside tests and the breath test. This was the defendant's Second DUI.
The DUI was Dismissed pursuant to the rules of speedy trial.
Sep 5, 2011 Case: 3259-XED Judge Miranda
The defendant was involved in a crash whereby he hit a concrete wall. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, thick tongued speech, and watery eyes. He failed all the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest for DUI, he blew a .195 and .199 in the breath machine.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Sep 5, 2011 Case: 3192-XEJ Judge Krieger-Martin
The defendant was the at fault driver in a rear-end crash. The officers observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. He performed poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test. This was his Second DUI offense.
On the morning of trial, the State Dropped the DUI.
Sep 5, 2011 Case: 3834-XED Judge Krieger-Martin
The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, watery eyes, and slurred speech. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .099 and .097 in the breath machine.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Sep 3, 2011 Case: 09-014595MM10A Judge Lerner-Wren
The police received an anonymous tip of a drunk driver. The officer made a contact with the defendant and observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes as well as slurred speech. The defendant admitted to having "4 vodka drinks". The defendant performed field sobriety tests both at the scene as well as at the jail. The field sobriety tests at the jail were on video. The defendant's performance on the field sobriety tests clearly indicated that the defendant was in fact impaired. The defendant was arrested for DUI.
After the witness testified, the State DISMISSED the DUI.
Sep 3, 2011 Case: 08-0115364MM10A Judge Lerner-Wren
The defendant was stopped by several officers for driving 80mph in a 45mph zone. Upon making contact with the defendant the deputy observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. Upon questioning the defendant did not know which county he was in. The DUI task force officer was called to the scene who observed the defendant to be unsteady on his feet. The defendant performed several field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. The defendant blew a .174 in the breath machine.
The motion was granted and the State dropped the DUI.
Aug 31, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-024827 Judge Baker
The defendant was stopped for having no tag lights. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and he was unable to keep his balance. He refused to do the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test. This was the defendant's Second DUI.
On the morning of trial, the State Dropped the DUI.
Aug 31, 2011 Case: CT-008134-XEF Judge Lefler
The defendant was stopped for making a wide turn and not stopping for a green light. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, thick tongued speech, and bloodshot eyes. According to the officer, he failed the field soberiety tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .187 and .190 in the breath testing machine.
The Judge Granted the motion and threw out the breath tests results. The State then Dropped the DUI.
Aug 25, 2011 Case: CT-005168XEP Judge Greco
The defendant was stopped for driving with no headlights. The officers noticed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot/glassy eyes, and slurred speech. According to the officers, she failed the video taped roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. After her arrest, she blew a .130 and .134 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Aug 19, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-010538AXXX Judge Castor
The defendant was stopped for speeding as he was driving over 100 miles per hour. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol. bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant failed all the roadside tests. For example, he could not say the alphabet correctly. On the one leg stand, he lost his balance, almost fell, and put his foot down. He was arrested for DUI.
The State then Dropped the DUI.
Aug 17, 2011 Case: CT-009560-XEW Judge Mcneil
The defendant was stopped for weaving and drifting. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. According to the officer, he performed poorly on roadside tests which were video taped. He was then arrested for DUI and subsequently refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Aug 11, 2011 Case: CT-003462-XGA Judge Jeske
The defendant was stopped after making a quick lane change and almost striking a stopped vehicle. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and red bloodshot eyes. According to the officer, he did not perform up to standards on the roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn, he did not touch heel to toe and lost his balance on the turn. On the one leg stand, he put his foot down and swayed. He was then arrested for DUI.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Aug 11, 2011 Case: 2010-MM-019600AXXX Judge Bryson
The defendant was stopped for striking a curb and weaving. The officer at the scene observed an odor of alcohol, slow and deliberate speech, and he admitted to having a few drinks. Due to various weight and medical issues, the defendant could not perform the one leg stand nor the walk and turn. He did, however, perform the finger to nose and alphabet. He was then arrested for DUI and resisting without violence as he allegedly pulled away while being cuffed. At the station, the other officer observed slurred speech and the defendant refused the breath test on video. There was no video tape at the scene.
Prior to jury trial, the State Dropped the DUI and the defendant also received no conviction on the resisting without violence charge.
Aug 8, 2011 Case: 2011CT020187AXXX Judge Mckibben
The defendant was stopped for weaving as well as speeding (81mph/55mph zone). The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes as well as slurred speech. The defendant performed several field sobriety tests. On the one leg stand the defendant dropped his foot down and counted improperly. On the walk and turn test the defendant stepped off the line and used his arms for balance. The defendant was arrested for DUI.
On the morning of trial the State dropped all DUI charges.
Aug 6, 2011 Case: 10-011356MM10A Judge Robinson
The defendant was detained while driving through a DUI checkpoint. Upon making contact with the driver the officer observed an odor of alcohol, glassy/bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. A DUI officer was requested to complete the investigation. The defendant performed several field sobriety tests. On the one leg stand he placed his foot on the ground several times. On the walk and turn test he stumbled off the line. He was arrested for DUI. He subsequently blew a .147 in the breath machine.
The motion was granted and the breath test was excluded from evidence. The State subsequently dropped the DUI.
Aug 3, 2011 Case: CT-008331-XEF Judge Conrad
The defendant was stopped for weaving and speeding. The officer observed and odor of alcohol and watery/glassy eyes. According to the officer, she performed poorly on the field sobriety tests which were video taped. She was then arrested for DUI and then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Aug 2, 2011 Case: 08-0027943MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Cowart
The defendant initially ran a red light cutting off a police officer. The officer followed the defendant and observed him tailgating several vehicles and failing to maintain a single lane. The officer stopped the defendant and further observed an odor of alcohol, red watery eyes and a flushed face. The defendant performed the walk and turn and finger to nose test on video and was subsequently arrested for DUI. The defendant blew a .085 in the intoxilyzer. This was the defendant's 2nd DUI.
After Jury Selection the State dropped the DUI.
Jul 26, 2011 Case: CT-008477-XEF Judge Conrad
The defendant was found by police sleeping in her car in a parking lot. The officers observed an odor of alcohol and glassy eyes. The defendant stated she had an unknown amount of drinks and was going to sleep it off. She performed very poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. She then blew a .152 and .156 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 26, 2011 Case: 11-502122-CT Judge Hayward
The defendant was the at fault driver in a crash. Officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and red eyes. He was falling asleep as officers were talking to him. The officers suspected the defendant was impaired by a chemical and/or controlled subtance during their investigation, NOT alcohol. The defendant performed very poorly on roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He then refused to give a urine test.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Jul 21, 2011 Case: CT-009691-XEW Judge Greco
The police were called by a drive-thru owner at a fast food restaurant that the defendant appeared intoxicated. The police arrived and observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, red eyes, and slow/slurred speech. She was being non-compliant with the officer's commands and had difficulty exiting the vehicle. She refused the roadside tests, was arrested for DUI, and then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 20, 2011 Case: 10-002171MM10A Judge Murphy
The defendant was stopped for weaving at least four times over a two block distance. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, flushed face and extremely slurred speech. Upon exiting, the defendant was completely unsteady and staggering from side to side. The defendant performed and allegedly failed the HGN (eye test), one leg stand as well as the walk and turn test. The defendant was arrested and blew a .170 in the breath machine.
On the morning of the hearing the Prosecutor conceded the motion and dropped the DUI.
Jul 20, 2011 Case: CT-0000198-XEX Judge McNeil
The defendant was the at fault driver in a traffic crash. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and she appeared confused and slow in her movements. She admitted to drinking at a bar and appeared very unstable on her feet. She refused the field sobriety tests, was arrested for DUI, and then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 18, 2011 Case: 2009-CT-017756-O Judge Miller
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer noticed slow speech and an odor of alcohol. She admitted to drinking and then performed poorly on the roadside tests. After her arrest for DUI, she blew a .173 and a .181.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Jul 13, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-001331-O Judge Adams
The defendant was stopped for weaving. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, and the defendant admitted drinking 4 beers. He performed poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Jul 13, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-002538-O Judge Bell
The defendant was stopped for failure to maintain a single lane several times. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, and slurred speech. He performed poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. The defendant then refused the breath test.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Jul 13, 2011 Case: 10-010491MM10A Judge Diaz
The defendant was stopped for driving on the wrong side of the road towards oncoming traffic. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The initial officer then called for a DUI Task Force officer to conduct an investigation. The defendant performed several field sobriety tests on video. Each sobriety test indicated that the defendant was impaired by alcohol. The defendant was then arrested for DUI. Subsequently, the defendant blew a .126 in the breath machine. This was the defendant's Third DUI offense.
The State agreed with the motion and Dropped the DUI.
Jul 12, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-019872AXXX Judge Evans
The defendant was observed by police coming down the road toward a closed off crash scene. The officers left one lane open for travel out of four. As the defendant approached, she slowed down and weaved a couple of times. She then slowed down even more and moved over toward the open lane of travel. The officers believed she came to close to them and stopped her car with their hands and yelled stop. They then ordered her to roll down her window. The deputy went up to the car and observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, red eyes, and a dazed/disoriented look. She then performed the roadside tests on video tape and exhibited several signs of impairment. She was arrested for DUI. After her arrest, she blew a .140 and .149 in the breath machine.
Prior to the motion hearing, the State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 12, 2011 Case: CT-004406-XEP Judge Dominguez
The defendant was stopped for driving with no headlights and making a wide left turn. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, very slurred speech, and glassy eyes. The officer also observed the defendant to be unsteady on his feet. He refused the roadside tests, was arrested for DUI, and then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 12, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-020780AXXX Judge Bonavita
The defendant was seen by police coming out of a bar into a parking lot having difficulty maintaining her balance, lethargic movements, stumbling, and leaning on her friend for support. The officer approached the defendant and her friend and noticed the defendant to have bloodshot eyes. The officer then noticed the defendant get into a car and drive off. She was stopped just outside of the parking garage as the officer believed she was impaired. A DUI officer was called and he noticed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, flushed face, and watery/bloodshot eyes. She then performed the field sobriety tests on camera. After the tests, she was arrested for DUI. She then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 11, 2011 Case: 11-CT-501084 Judge Swett
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed and odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The defendant appeared unsteady when outside the vehicle. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 11, 2011 Case: 11-CT-500011 Judge Swett
The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant showed several signs of impairment on the field sobriety tests which were video taped. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test.
Just prior to the motion, the State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 11, 2011 Case: 3034-XDQ Judge Ortiz
The defendant came in contact with police after he backed up into a parked cab. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. According to the officers, he had difficulty maintaining his balance upon exiting the car. He then performed very poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jul 6, 2011 Case: 11CT500687 Judge Mann
The defendant was involved in a motorcycle crash. Based on the injuries sustained in the accident, the defendant was transported to a hospital. After making observations consistent with DUI including bloodshot eyes and an odor of alcohol, the defendant was charged with DUI. The defendant had a .124 blood alcohol level.
The State dropped the DUI.
Jul 6, 2011 Case: 5032-XEP Judge NO JUDGE ASSIGNED
The defendant was stopped for weaving. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and unsteadiness. She performed poorly on roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. She then blew a .180 and .169 in the breath machine.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Jul 4, 2011 Case: 10-015053MM10A Judge Solomon
The defendant was stopped for driving without headlights. After observing a strong odor of alcohol, red bloodshot eyes and unclear speech, the initial officer called for a DUI task force deputy. The defendant performed several field sobriety tests. On the one leg stand he counted improperly on video. He was subsequently arrested for DUI and refused to submit to a breath test.
After the meeting, the State agreed to drop the DUI.
Jul 1, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-006127AXX Judge Hanser
The defendant was parked in a parking lot with flat tires and trying to start her car which would not turn over. An officer heard the noise and walked over to her. That initial officer was outside his jurisdiction upon making contact with the defendant. He smelled an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. He asked her to remove the keys and place them on the passenger seat. He then detained her until a DUI officer came from the sheriff's office. That officer made similar observations plus observed swaying. The defendant performed very poorly on roadside tests and after her arrest for DUI blew a .171 and .175 in the breath machine.
The Judge agreed with our position, granted the motion, and threw out all the evidence. The State then Dismissed the DUI.
Jun 24, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-032268AXXX Judge Damico
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slightly slurred speech, and glassy eyes. She admitted drinking one drink and then refused the roadside tests. After her arrest for DUI, she blew a .092 and .088 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jun 21, 2011 Case: 10-012082MM10A Judge Murphy
The defendant was allegedly involved in a traffic crash. When the DUI officer arrived, he ordered the defendant out of the car and observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and watery eyes. He was off balance upon exiting the car. According to the officers, he failed the field sobriety tests an was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Jun 21, 2011 Case: CT-000218-XEH Judge Jeske
The defendant was stopped for running a stop sign. He admitted having two beers. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and the defendant was swaying. According to the officer he failed all the roadside tests which were video taped. For example, he put his foot down on the one leg stand and used his arms for balance. He was subsequently arrested for DUI. After his arrest, the defendant blew a .109 and .111 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Jun 12, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-7384 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Ritterhoff-Williams
The defendant was stopped for driving all over the road, making a wide turn, and speeding. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, red eyes, and unsteadiness. The defendant told the officer he drank nothing even though receipts from three bars showed numerous drinks had been consumed. The defendant performed the roadside tests and according to the officer he displayed signs of impairment. The incident was captured on video tape. He was arrested for DUI and then he refused the breath test. This was the defendant's Second DUI.
The Jury found the defendant Not Guilty.
Jun 6, 2011 Case: 09-025745MM10A Judge Gottleib
The defendant was involved in a crash. The accident investigator observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and unsteadiness on her feet. He subsequently called for a DUI officer. The DUI officer made the same observations as well as slurred speech and a flushed face. He then asked her to perform field sobriety tests on video. The tests contradicted one another. On the walk and turn test she failed to touch heel to toe and stumbled off the line. In addition, she failed to maintain the instructional stance. On the one leg stand she performed well. She was arrested for DUI and refused a breath test.
On the morning of trial the State dropped the DUI.
Jun 6, 2011 Case: 7204-XDL Judge Krieger-Martin
The defendant was stopped at a roadblock checkpoint. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, and fast speech. According to the officers, he failed the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He blew one breath result in the breath machine machine with a recording of a .102. This was the defendant's second DUI arrest.
Prior to the motion, the State Dropped the DUI. This was the second DUI case we won for this client.
Jun 6, 2011 Case: CT-000244-XEX Judge Jeske
The defendant was stopped for having no running lights on the back of his car. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, an admission of drinking, and swaying. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the roadside tests which were video taped. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
May 31, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-003782 Judge Clark
The defendant was found by police in his car which was stuck on the side of the road up against a median. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and swaying. He performed poorly on the roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .150 and .136 in the breath machine.
The DUI was Dismissed.
May 24, 2011 Case: CT-009623-FXP Judge Jeske
The defendant was stopped for failing to yield to a pedestrian in a cross walk. The defendant appeared sluggish, droopy eyelids, glassy eyes, and slurred speech. The officer thought she was impaired by a chemical and/or controlled substance. She performed very poorly on roadside tests and was arrested for DUI.
The DUI was Dismissed.
May 13, 2011 Case: 10-015435MM10A Judge Murphy
The defendant was involved in a crash. Both the crash investigator as well as the first officer on scene identified the defendant as the at-fault driver in the accident. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes as well as slurred speech. When asked for his license, he responded "I think I left it with my bar tab". An independent witness identified the defendant as the driver of the vehicle. Subsequently, a DUI officer was asked to conduct field sobriety tests. The defendant performed the one leg stand, walk and turn test, rhomberg balance as well as the finger to nose test. As a result of his poor performance on the roadside tests he was arrested for DUI. He subsequently blew a .220 in the breath machine.
On the morning of the motion to suppress the State dropped the DUI.
May 12, 2011 Case: CT-3436-XGA Judge Conrad
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant also admitted to drinking. The defendant refused the roadside tests was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
May 5, 2011 Case: 10-016713MM10A Judge Brown
The defendant was involved in a crash where it was determined that he was the "at fault" driver. After speaking with civilian witnesses the officers observed an odor of alcohol, flushed face as well as bloodshot eyes. The defendant was also staggering outside of the vehicle. The officers administered the walk and turn, one leg stand as well as the finger to nose test. The defendant was unable to perform the tests almost falling to the ground. He was arrested and blew a .175 in the breath machine.
The Judge Granted the motion. The DUI was DISMISSED.
May 4, 2011 Case: CT-0009454-XDY Judge Conrad
The police came upon the defendant's car in a ditch running, the car was in park, and the defendant was sleeping. The officer observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, used the car for support, and red eyes. According on the officer, she performed poorly on the field sobriety tests which were taped. She was then arrested for DUI and refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
May 4, 2011 Case: CT-004219-XEV Judge Conrad
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and he admitted to having a few drinks. The defendant used the car for balance and according to the officer performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. After his arrest for DUI, he blew a .112 and .117 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Apr 25, 2011 Case: 9627-XEX Judge Wolfson
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, low speech, and bloodshot eyes. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .117 and .121 in the breath machine.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Apr 25, 2011 Case: 8309-XEE Judge Wolfson
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and watery eyes. The officer who made the traffic stop then called for a DUI officer. The defendant then performed the roadside tasks. He performed poorly and was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Apr 21, 2011 Case: 09-020805MM10A Judge Brown
The defendant was observed by a deputy sheriff crashing her car into a concrete barrier. The deputy then called for a DUI officer to conduct the investigation. The DUI officer observed unsteadiness and bloodshot eyes. The defendant admitted to drinking and taking xanax. The defendant was placed on video at the breath alcohol testing facility and again admitted to taking xanax. She refused to submit to all testing.
In the middle of the second officer's testimony the State agreed to drop the DUI.
Apr 20, 2011 Case: 2010-CM-019809 Judge McNeil
The defendant was seen by the police officer parked on the side of the road. The officer went up to the car and observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and red eyes. She was also very unsteady on her feet. She performed very poorly the roadside tests on video tape and was arrested for DUI. While in the back of the patrol car, she started kicking out the back window and was also charged with criminal mischief along with DUI. She then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI and dismissed the criminal mischief.
Apr 20, 2011 Case: CT-001506-FQE Judge McNeil
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. He performed three field sobriety tests. For example, on the walk and turn, he stepped off the line and did not touch heel to toe. On the one leg stand he swayed and put his foot down. The defendant was then arrested for DUI.
The DUI was Dismissed.
Apr 15, 2011 Case: 09-002439CTMA Judge Christine
An anonymous call went out over dispatch that the defendant was driving all over the road. The officer spotted the defendant pulling into a rest stop. A traffic stop was conducted. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred/mumbled speech, and swaying once out of the car. He had to use the car for balance. He refused the field tests and was arrested for DUI.
Since there was no corroboration of the driving pattern, the State Dropped the DUI.
Apr 14, 2011 Case: 10-007617 Judge Gottleib
The defendant was stopped for speeding. The stopping officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot watery eyes as well as slurred speech. Based on those observations he contacted another officer to conduct the DUI investigation. The DUI officer arrived and conducted several field sobriety tests. On the one leg stand the defendant hopped and dropped his foot 2 times. On the finger to nose test, he failed to touch his nose on every attempt. On the walk and turn test he failed to walk heel to toe and stepped off the line. He was arrested for DUI and refused to provide a breath test. The defendant had his son in the car and was charged with an enhanced DUI.
The State dropped the DUI.
Apr 13, 2011 Case: 10-021829MM10A Judge Gottleib
The defendant was the at fault driver in a traffic crash. The first officer made observations that were consistent with impairment from alcohol. A DUI task force deputy was called to the scene who observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot watery eyes as well as slurred speech. In addition, the defendant seemed lethargic on video. The defendant performed the HGN (eye test), Walk and turn, as well as the finger to nose test. On The walk and turn test the defendant missed heel to toe, started to soon and took too many steps in both directions. On the finger to nose test the defendant missed the tip of his nose on 5 of the 6 attempts. He was arrested for DUI and refused to submit to a breath test.
In a meeting with the Prosecutor, the State agreed to drop the DUI.
Apr 5, 2011 Case: 10-004349MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Robinson
The defendant was passed out in his vehicle with the keys in the ignition and the engine running. There was a bottle of crown royal whiskey in the passenger seat. The officers observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a flushed face. The defendant was asked to perform a series of field sobriety tests. On video the defendant performed the one leg stand, walk and turn, HGN (eye test) as well as the finger to nose test. The defendant failed each test. The defendant was arrested for DUI and asked to provide a breath test. He responded by saying "F no, I'm gonna beat you in court".
The Jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY.
Apr 4, 2011 Case: CT-005917-XEC Judge Jeske
The defendant was stopped for having no headlights on. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, and thick tongued speech. According to the officers, he performed poorly on the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He then refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Apr 4, 2011 Case: 3492-XEJ Judge Seraphin
The defendant was found passed out in his car by police in a parking lot. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and a flushed face. The defendant was confused, disoriented, and unsteady. On video, he performed very poorly on the field sobriety tests. He was then arrested for DUI.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Apr 1, 2011 Case: 10-CT-504136 Judge Gagliardi
The defendant was stopped for not having his license plate illuminated. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and watery eyes. His movements were slow and he almost fell to the ground. According to the officer, he failed the roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn, he missed heel to toe and stepped off the line. He was arrested for DUI and then blew .101 and .104 in the breath machine.
Prior to trial, the State Dropped the DUI.
Mar 30, 2011 Case: 2011-CT-000064 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Epperson
The defendant was stopped for making a wide right turn, cutting across three lanes of traffic, and weaving for four to five miles. The officer who made the traffic stop observed an odor of alcohol, very slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. He then called for a DUI Task Force Officer. That officer, who is also a Drug Recognition Expert, arrived and conducted a DUI investigation. He observed an odor of alcohol, swaying, and red/glossy eyes. The defendant performed roadsides which were video taped at the scene. According to the DUI Task Force Officer, he performed poorly and was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he was on tape in the patrol car cursing and stating he wished the officers were dead. He then refused the breath test.
The Jury found the defendant Not Guilty in five minutes.
Mar 30, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-016854-A-0 Judge Brewer
The defendant was stopped for weaving on the roadway in his ATV. The officer observed a flushed face, swaying, staggering, and watery eyes. The defendant was unable to stand so for safety reasons no roadsides were conducted. The officer arrested the defendant for DUI believing he was impaired by a chemical and/or controlled substance.
The State Dismissed the DUI.
Mar 25, 2011 Case: 2010-CT-028545AXX Judge Damico
The defendant was found by the police passed out in his car at a turn lane where the light was red. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and red eyes. The defendant stated he had three to four beers. According to the officer's vague report, he performed poorly on roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He later refused the breath test.
The State Dropped the DUI.
Mar 24, 2011 Case: 10-000925MM10A Judge Fry
The defendant was stopped for driving at night without headlights. In addition, the vehicle was smoking heavily. The officer made some observations that are consistent with DUI and subsequently called for a DUI task force deputy. The deputy observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes as well as slurred speech. The deputy than had the defendant perform several field sobriety tests on video. The defendant was arrested for DUI and blew a .112 in the breath machine.
The State dropped the DUI.
Mar 24, 2011 Case: 2010-MM-011073-A Judge Schott
The defendant was found by police with his car pressed up against a stop sign. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, red eyes, and slurred speech. There was also beer in the car. At the scene, he performed poorly on roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. Back at the station, and after his arrest, he performed the roadsides again on video tape.
The State Dropped the DUI.
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