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 10, 2007 Case: 07-000349MM10A Judge Ireland Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving without headlights. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The officer completed field sobriety tests and arrested the defendant for DUI. A urine test revealed cocaine, cannabis, xanax and benzodiazepam. Result: The State dropped the DUI just prior to the motions being argued. Nov 9, 2007 Case: 07-CT-003435-XAM Judge Conrad Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and following vehicles too closely. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and glassy eyes. The defendant performed the roadside tasks which were captured on video. On the walk and turn test, he took an incorrect number of steps and appeared wobbly. On the one leg stand, he hopped numerous times. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Nov 9, 2007 Case: 07-CT-005667-XDN Judge Conrad Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant performed poorly on field sobriety exercises according to the officer which were video taped. This was the defendant's second DUI and he refused the breath test. Result: Prior to trial, the STATE DROPPED THE DUI. Nov 7, 2007 Case: 05-16960MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was sleeping in the middle of the road. A car slammed into the defendant from behind. Two independent witnesses identified the defendant as the driver of the car. The Trooper observed an odor of alcohol and a flushed face. The defendant was unconscious and the Trooper took his blood. The defendant had a blood alcohol level of .218 (almost 3 times the legal limit). He was charged with DUI causing property damage. Result: The case was DISMISSED in the middle of jury trial. Nov 5, 2007 Case: 06CT029008ASB Judge Eissey Facts: The defendant was stopped for swerving on the road almost hitting the investigating officer. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. He admitted to having a few drinks. The defendant refused all testing and was arrested for DUI. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Nov 4, 2007 Case: TT-06-007204 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Harlan Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding, swerving, and making wide turns. The initial officer observed an odor of alcohol, extremely slurred speech, and blood-shot eyes. A DUI officer was called to conduct an investigation. He made similar observations in addition to seeing the defendant being unsteady exiting the car. The defendant performed poorly on the roadside tasks, admitted to having 4-5 beers, and feeling under the influence of alcohol. He refused the breath test after the DUI arrest. Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY. Oct 23, 2007 Case: 07-CT-002699AXX Judge Corlew Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving at a high rate of speed and squealing his tires. The officer detected an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. The defendant agreed to perform the field sobriety tests. On the walk and turn test he was unable to walk a straight line and failed to walk heel to toe. On the one leg stand he dropped his foot several times. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .149 in the breath machine. Result: The motion was granted. The DUI was Dismissed. Oct 23, 2007 Case: 05-023919MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was parked on the sidewalk, with the keys in the ignition and the engine running. The officer stated that when he approached the car the defendant was eating. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. Additionally, he was unsteady as he exited the car. He then told the officer that he was coming home from "hooters" and consumed a pitcher of beer. The defendant advised that he had a back injury and would try his best on the sobriety tests. He performed the eye test (HGN), and was arrested for DUI. This was his 3rd DUI. It would have been his 4th DUI, but the firm had his previous DUI dismissed. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Oct 22, 2007 Case: 6645-XDL Judge Krieger-Martin Facts: The defendant was observed asleep in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition and the engine running. He was unsteady as he exited the car. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. He also allegedly stated "I screwed up. I know I'm tipsy." He performed the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 22, 2007 Case: 8825-XCM Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was the "at fault" driver in a car crash. The officer observed poor balance, bloodshot eyes, and a strong odor of alcohol. The defendant allegedly failed the sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Oct 22, 2007 Case: 07-2659MM10A Judge Robinson Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving through a construction barricade with workers present. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant allegedly failed the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. While waiting for the tow truck the defendant vomited on himself. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 22, 2007 Case: 2744-XDP Judge Arzola Facts: The defendant was stopped for various traffic infractions. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant allegedly failed the walk and turn and one leg stand tests. He was arrested for DUI. This was his 2nd DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Oct 18, 2007 Case: 06-002650MM10A Judge Lazarus Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving 104 mph in a 65 mph zone. The deputy observed a 12 pack of bud light in the car. He then observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and a flushed face. Because of his age he provided a portable breath test at the scene which resulted in a .228 breath alcohol level. He was subsequently arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 18, 2007 Case: 06-020771MM10A Judge Robinson Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving the wrong way. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, swaying, bloodshot eyes as well as slurred speech. On the one leg stand, she failed to keep her foot off the ground several times. She was arrested for DUI and blew a .158 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 18, 2007 Case: 2006CT2441A1 Judge Aikens Facts: The defendant was stopped for failure to yield, almost causing an accident. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol on her breath, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and she fumbled for her license. In addition, she almost fell as she exited the car. On the walk and turn test, she was unable to stand heel to toe. She also failed to walk in a straight line. On the one leg stand she could not keep her foot off the ground. She was arrested for DUI and blew a .247 in the breath machine. Result: Both motions were granted and the DUI was dropped. Oct 15, 2007 Case: 6364-XDL Judge Krieger-Martin Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving the wrong way towards oncoming traffic. The Officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. On the walk and turn test the defendant stepped off the line 5 times. On the one leg stand he dropped his foot 3 times. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .111 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 15, 2007 Case: 07-CT-1291-XDR Judge Rice Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. She refused field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. She then vomited in the police car. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 15, 2007 Case: 8623-XCM Judge Ortiz Facts: The defendant was stopped for reckless driving and fleeing and eluding a police officer. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, flushed face, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. On the finger to nose test, he failed to touch the tip of his nose 5 times. On the walk and turn test he failed to maintain a straight line. On the one leg stand he dropped his foot several times. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .191 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 12, 2007 Case: 377596-W Judge Mills-Francis Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and failing to maintain a single lane. The officer observed glassy red eyes, an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. He also admitted to consuming 3-4 drinks. The defendant performed poorly on the one leg stand, walk and turn as well as the finger to nose test. He was subsequently arrested for DUI. This was his second arrest for DUI. However, the firm had both cases dismissed. Result: The DUI was Dismissed. Oct 10, 2007 Case: 06-012891MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Ireland Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and running a red light. The officer observed and odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant also fumbled for his driver's license when asked to produce it by the officer. The defendant performed the one leg stand, walk and turn, and HGN tests (eye test) on video. After his arrest for DUI, he blew a .13 in the breath machine. Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY. Oct 9, 2007 Case: 06-019749MM10A Judge Ireland Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving with an unlawful tint. The officer observed an odor of marijuana, bloodshot eyes and a flushed face. In the ashtray of the car the officer found a burnt "roach". During a conversation with the defendant the deputy observed slow speech and lethargic movements. The defendant performed the one leg stand and walk and turn test and was subsequently arrested for DUI. His urine tested positive for marijuana. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 9, 2007 Case: 3095-XDH Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving 9 separate times on the roadway while speeding. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant allegedly performed poorly on all roadsides and was arrested for DUI. The defendant blew a .139 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Oct 9, 2007 Case: 8656-XCM Judge Ortiz Facts: The defendant was allegedly involved in a crash. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, unsteady balance and raspy speech. The defendant admitted to having a few drinks. After the one leg stand, walk and turn, and finger to nose test, the defendant was arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 7, 2007 Case: 06-013244MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was stopped for leaving the scene of an accident. An off-duty officer saw the defendant exit the car and flee on foot. After the defendant was stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot and dilated eyes, flushed face and slurred speech. When the officer asked him to perform the field sobriety tests he noticed that the defendant was completely unsteady on his feet. The defendant was arrested for DUI and charged with leaving the scene of an accident as well. This was his 3rd DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 5, 2007 Case: 2006-CT-4663 Judge Yerman Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, unsteadiness, and blood-shot eyes. The defendant admitted to drinking two draft beers. The defendant performed roadside tasks at the scene on video. For example, he did the walk and turn where he did not touch heel to toe, incorrectly turned, and walked back on the grass stepping off the line away from the gravel. On the one leg stand, the defendant lost his balance by putting his foot down and using his arms for balance. On the finger to nose, he did not touch the tip of his nose and on almost every attempt. The defendant was arrested for DUI and blew a .125 in the breath machine. At the station, the walk and turn and finger to nose were conducted again by the breath tech officer on video tape. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 5, 2007 Case: 07-CT-005604-XDN Judge Rice Facts: The defendant was stopped after traveling through a grass ditch and hitting a wood fence. He then began to drive on a flat tire prior to being stopped. The defendant had an odor of alcohol, blood-shot eyes, and admitted drinking two beers and two shots of tequila. He also admitted taking vicadin that night for pain. On video, the defendant performed the walk and turn and one leg stand tests. The defendant could not perform the one leg stand as he put his foot down several times, swayed, and used his arms for balance. After his arrest for DUI, the defendant refused the breath test. The defendant was also charged with leaving the scene of an accident. Result: Due to the conflicts in the evidence pointed out by the defense, the State DROPPED THE DUI. Further, the defendant received NO CONVICTION for the Leaving the Scene of the Accident Charge. Oct 4, 2007 Case: 06-1343MM10A Judge Ireland Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving 104 mph and swerving on the road. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, glassy bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a flushed face. The officer also observed a case of Coors light on the floor of the vehicle. The defendant agreed to perform the eye test, and then refused to continue. He was subsequently arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 27, 2007 Case: 48-2007CT003590-O Judge Shoemaker Facts: The defendant was stopped for causing an accident in a parking lot. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and thick speech. The defendant was noticeably swaying from side to side. On the finger to nose test he touched above the tip of his nose several times. On the balance test he was swaying side to side. He was subsequently arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Sep 25, 2007 Case: 07-CT-502372 Judge Hayes Facts: The defendant was stopped by the police for driving in the wrong direction of travel on I-75. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tasks according to the officer's reports. She refused the breath test after her arrest for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 24, 2007 Case: 266886-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was involved in a traffic crash. During the crash investigation the officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant performed the one leg stand, walk and turn test and HGN (eye test), and was subsequently arrested for DUI. He blew a .215 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 18, 2007 Case: 2007CT701 Judge Skidmore Facts: The defendant was involved in a hit and run accident. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. He also observed unsteadiness throughout the investigation. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .196 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 17, 2007 Case: 489508-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving through a red light. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. On the walk and turn test the defendant allegedly stepped off the line and failed to walk heel to toe. On the one leg stand he allegedly placed his foot down several times. He was arrested for DUI. This was his second offense for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Sep 14, 2007 Case: 312007MM2081A Judge Morgan Facts: The defendant was stopped for allegedly soliciting women for prostitution. Upon contact with the defendant, the officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and unsteadiness. The defendant agreed to perform field sobriety tests and was subsequently arrested for DUI. He blew a .227 (nearly 3 times the legal limit) in the breath machine. A search of the vehicle revealed marijuana. Result: The State conceded the motion and Dismissed the case. Sep 13, 2007 Case: 2007CT1868 Judge Singer Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving on the wrong side of the road almost striking another vehicle. The officer stopped the defendant and observed a case of beer in the car. He then observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, flushed face and a low raspy voice. The defendant was unsteady exiting the car and staggered when he walked. He performed the eye test (HGN), walk and turn test and one leg stand and was arrested for DUI. He blew a .155 in the breath machine. Result: The motion was granted and the case was Dismissed. Sep 10, 2007 Case: 489816-X Judge Krieger-Martin Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and striking the curb. The defendant allegedly stated that he had been drinking and threw up on himself. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and a flushed face. He allegedly failed the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He then blew a .171 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Sep 7, 2007 Case: 291603-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for making an illegal left turn. The officers noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant leaned on his car for balance. On the walk and turn test, the defendant stepped off the line and raised his arms for balance. On the one leg stand test, the defendant put his foot down four times. The defendant refused the breath test after his arrest for DUI. Result: On the morning of jury trial, the State DROPPED the DUI. Sep 7, 2007 Case: 9958-EGB Judge Mills-Francis Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer's noticed and odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. The officer's concluded the defendant was impaired by some type of drug, not alcohol, after the investigation was completed. A DRE exam was conducted by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) who concluded that the defendant was impaired by a Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulant and/or Depressant. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Sep 5, 2007 Case: 05-024116MM10A Judge Pollack Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving on the roadway and following too closely. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, flushed face and slurred speech. The defendant performed and failed the field sobriety tests on video. He was subsequently arrested for DUI. At the breath testing facility he blew a .095. Result: The motion to exclude the field sobriety tests was granted. It should be noted that the officer in this case transferred to a different department outside of the county. He traveled to this jurisdiction for three of the firms cases. The firm successfully defended all three cases. Sep 5, 2007 Case: 06-CT-035100ASB Judge Damico Facts: The defendant was involved in a rear-end crash. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, very slurred speech, slow dexterity, and poor balance. The defendant could not even answer basic questions. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests as she could not even follow any instructions that were given by the officer. After her arrest for DUI, she blew a .265 in the breath machine. Result: Due to the officer's lack of credibility stemming from this investigation, the State DISMISSED THE DUI CHARGES. Sep 4, 2007 Case: 489198-X Judge Miranda Facts: The defendant was stopped by police after she fled the scene of a traffic crash. Once the officer's stopped her car, they observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant admitted drinking vodka and red bull. She performed poorly on roadside tests. For example, on the one leg stand, she put her foot down numerous times and on the walk and turn, she stepped off the line, missed heel to toe every time, and took an incorrect number of steps. After the arrest for DUI, she refused the breath test. The defendant was also charged with leaving the scene of an accident. Result: On the morning of trial, the DUI was DISMISSED. Sep 3, 2007 Case: 48-1993-CT-097155-0 Judge Ansbro Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the road. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and swaying. He failed all roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn, he stepped off the line numerous times and could not even do the one leg stand without almost falling over. The defendant refused the breath test. Result: THE STATE DISMISSED THE DUI. Aug 30, 2007 Case: 03-4306CTMA Judge Hauversburk Facts: The defendant was stopped for continuously weaving. The defendant did not stop for over a mile when the officer turned on his lights. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and he was slow getting out of the car. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tasks which were not video taped. For example, on the one leg stand, he put his foot down and stated he could not do it. On the walk and turn, he used his arms for balance and stepped off the line numerous times. The defendant also stated he had a few beers. Furthermore, he could not say the alphabet properly during that test. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 29, 2007 Case: 07-005710MM10A Judge Cowart Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officers observed a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed the eye test (HGN), one leg stand, walk and turn, finger to nose and rhomberg balance test. On video he failed each of the sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He blew a .147 in the breath machine. Result: Motion granted. All field sobriety tests are excluded. Aug 27, 2007 Case: 286568-X Judge Miranda Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving the wrong way down a one way street. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn test, he stepped off the line five times, did not touch heel to toe, and paused to regain his balance. On the one leg stand exercise, he put his foot down five times and swayed. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test. Result: The DUI was DISMISSED on Statute of Limitations Grounds. Aug 27, 2007 Case: 6367-XDL Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred sepeech, and the defendant layed back in his car and fell asleep while talking to the officer. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and then refused the breath test. Result: THE DUI WAS DISMISSED due to the discovery violations by the State. Aug 27, 2007 Case: 07-CT-004065-XAM Judge Lefler Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and blood shot eyes. Also, there were empty beer cans in the defendant's car. The defendant refused all roadside tests and the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 27, 2007 Case: 07-CT-3082-XCM Judge Rice Facts: The defendant was stopped for touching the lane markers two times which was captured on video over a lengthy time period. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. She performed very poorly on roadside tests which were also captured on tape. The defendant blew a .142 in the breath machine after her arrest for DUI. Result: THE JUDGE GRANTED THE MOTION AND THE DUI WAS DISMISSED. Aug 20, 2007 Case: 07-CT-008578ASB Judge Eissey Facts: The defendant was found in his car with a broken bumper and a torn off tire. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and he appeared to be confused. The defendant stated he hit a curb while making a U-turn. He then performed poorly on roadside tests at the scene which were NOT video taped. He refused the breath test after his arrest for DUI. Result: Based on the specific facts presented at the hearing, the JUDGE GRANTED THE MOTION TO DISMISS THE DUI. Aug 14, 2007 Case: CT-008726-XDK Judge Conrad Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol and swaying. The defendant performed the roadside tests on video. On the walk an turn test, he lost his balance during the instructions, did not touch heel to toe, and turned improperly. On the one leg stand test, the defendant swayed and used his arms for balance. After his arrest for DUI, the defendant blew a .138 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 13, 2007 Case: 06-018256MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The deputy stated that the defendant failed to pull over for several blocks. The deputy observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and a flushed face. A DUI task force officer arrived to conduct the investigation. On the eye test (HGN), the defendant exhibited signs of impairment indicating that he was above the legal limit. After performing the one leg stand as well as the walk and turn test he was arrested for DUI. He blew a .107 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Aug 13, 2007 Case: 06-CT-5861-XDN Judge Courtney Facts: The defendant was stopped for making a wide left turn, weaving, and speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn, the defendant didn't touch heel to toe, stepped off the line, and made an improper turn. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test. The entire incident was captured on video on tape. Result: On the morning of trial, the State DROPPED THE DUI. Aug 10, 2007 Case: 03-029662MM10A Judge Ireland Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and driving off the road onto the grass. The officer observed dried vomit on the outside of the vehicle. In addition, the officer noticed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, as well as a beer on the center console. The defendant performed the field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He later blew a .113 in the breath machine. Result: The motion was granted and the DUI was dropped. Aug 10, 2007 Case: 07-CT-002612-XCM Judge Lefler Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and slightly drifting over to the center lane marker. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot/watery eyes. The defendant performed the walk and turn, one leg stand, and finger to nose tests on video tape at the scene. The officer concluded she was impaired and arrested her for DUI. She then refused the breath test. Result: On the morning of Jury Trial, the STATE DROPPED THE DUI. Aug 5, 2007 Case: 2006CT2441A1 Judge Aikens Facts: The defendant was stopped for almost crashing into the side of a vehicle and drifting all over the road. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and extremely slurred speech. In addition, the defendant was fumbling through her purse while looking for her license. During the field sobriety tests she actually fell down. She was subsequently arrested for DUI, and blew a .247 in the breath machine. Result: The Court granted the motion to suppress the field sobriety tests and has yet to rule on the breath motion. Aug 1, 2007 Case: 038142-J Judge Krieger-Martin Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The officer who made the stop, observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and saw the defendant grab the door for support upon exiting the car. A DUI officer was called who gave the defendant field sobriety exercises. The defendant performed poorly and was arrested for DUI. Subsequent to the DUI arrest, the defendant blew a .110 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 30, 2007 Case: 06-015523MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Berman Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving without headlights, going 90-100 miles per hour, and cutting off two cars. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. Upon exiting the car, the defendant used the car for support. The defendant allegedly stated he "was drunk" to the cop. The defendant refused to do the roadside tests and subsequently refused the breath test after his arrest for DUI. Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY. Jul 30, 2007 Case: 1554-XDK Judge Ortiz Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The officer alleged in his report that the defendant was swerving several times. Once stopped, the initial officer observed an odor of alcohol and red eyes. He then called for a DUI investigator who made the similar observations plus slurred speech, a flushed face, and unsteadiness. The defendant stated he drank a few beers. He performed poorly on field sobriety tests and after his arrest for DUI blew a .120 in the breath machine. Result: ON THE MORNING OF JURY TRIAL, THE STATE DROPPED THE DUI. Jul 27, 2007 Case: 06-002184MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving too fast for in a rain storm. When the officer attempted to stop the defendant, he continued driving for several blocks. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and a flushed face. He also testified in court that the defendant admitted to drinking. He then called for a DUI task force deputy. The deputy made the same observations and attempted to perform field sobriety tests. The deputy stated that the defendant could not follow a pen with his eyes. He was subsequently arrested for DUI and refusal to submit to a breath test. This was his third arrest for DUI, however, the firm represented him on his last DUI and had the charges dismissed. Result: The motion was granted and all of the evidence was thrown out. Jul 23, 2007 Case: 05-1396MM10A Judge Gehl Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer stated that the defendant fell out of the car and onto the ground. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. He offered the defendant field sobriety tests but he couldn't even stand up. He was arrested for DUI and taken to the police station for a breath test. At the police station he fell again and was taken to the hospital. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Jul 18, 2007 Case: 2007-MM-234-AP Judge Ptomey Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving in the wrong lane of travel causing vehicles to run off the roadway. Once stopped, the officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, red eyes, and slow comprehension. He admitted to drinking an unknown a amount of Vodka. Furthermore, the defendant refused the field sobriety tests and the breath test. Everything at the scene was captured on video. Result: The defendant was cited for DUI and another charge of reckless driving. The reckless charge was dismissed and the STATE DROPPED THE DUI. Jul 11, 2007 Case: 04-017877MM10A Judge Gehl Facts: The defendant was found to be the driver who was at fault in a traffic crash. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, blood shot eyes, and slurred speech. He performed poorly on roadside tasks. After his arrest for DUI, he blew a .16 in the breath machine. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: THE MOTION WAS GRANTED AND THE DUI WAS DISMISSED. Jul 8, 2007 Case: 06-018472MM10A Judge Ross Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and a flushed face. The defendant failed both the one leg stand and walk and turn test and was arrested for DUI. At the police station she provided a urine sample which tested positive for amphetamines. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 5, 2007 Case: 489707-X (JURY TRIAL) Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was initially seen by the arresting officer staggering down the street as she walked to her car with her boyfriend at the time. The officer then testified she started the car, leaned outside the vehicle, and began throwing up. The officer approached the defendant as she was finishing vomiting. He noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood-shot eyes. She performed poorly on roadside tests as she could not do anything correctly. After her arrest for DUI, she blew a .151 in the breath machine. Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY. Jul 5, 2007 Case: 5499-XDL Judge Lindsey Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving the wrong way down a one way street. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and blood-shot eyes. A DUI officer was called out to conduct field sobriety exercises. The defendant performed the walk and turn test. In the officer's roadside report on the walk and turn, she did not touch heel to toe, raised her arms for balance, and did not turn correctly. On the one leg stand, she raised her arms for balance. The defendant was arrested for DUI and refused the breath test. Result: Due to the lack of credibility of the officer, the DUI was dismissed. Jul 2, 2007 Case: 06-016191MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Lazarus Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, blood-shot eyes, slurred speech, and balance problems exiting the car. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and he refused the breath test. Result: The Jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY in seven minutes. Jun 27, 2007 Case: 07-3951XDTWS-15 Judge Vandercar Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and a sway to his stance. The defendant admitted to drinking two beers. The defendant refused the roadside tests and the breath test. Result: THE STATE DROPPED THE DUI. Jun 25, 2007 Case: 05-013006MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was observed passed out behind the wheel with the engine running. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The defendant also had a bottle of beer in his arms. The defendant failed both the one leg stand as well as the walk and turn test and was arrested for DUI. He blew a .183 in the breath machine. This was his 2nd DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI after the jury was selected. Jun 25, 2007 Case: 3726-FAB Judge Arzola Facts: The defendant was involved in a traffic crash in which he hit three other vehicles. The officers noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant stated he had drank three beers. He failed the field sobriety tests and then refused the breath test. This was the defendant's third DUI. Result: THE DUI WAS DISMISSED ON SPEEDY TRIAL GROUNDS. Jun 25, 2007 Case: 5373-XDL Judge Arzola Facts: The defendant was stopped at a roadblock checkpoint. The officers at the roadblock, noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and a flushed face. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. For example, on the walk and turn test, he stepped off the line numerous times and on the one leg stand, he put his foot down and raised his arms for balance. The defendant blew a .126 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 20, 2007 Case: 07-TC-001988 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Draper Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the road. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, bloodshot eyes, and a flushed face. The defendant also swayed while standing outside his vehicle. He performed poorly on the field sobriety tests. For example, on the one leg stand test, he put his foot down numerous times. On the walk and turn test, the defendant used his arms for balance, stepped off the line, and stopped to balance himself. After his arrest, he refused the breath test. The entire incident, including the driving pattern, was captured on video tape. Result: THE DEFENDANT WAS FOUND NOT GUILTY. Jun 18, 2007 Case: 489940-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood-shot-eyes. The defendant performed field sobriety tests at the scene. He could not do the one leg stand since it was terminated for safety reasons. On the walk and turn test, the defendant stepped off the line, did not touch heel to toe, and lost his balance during the instructions. He then refused the breath test after the arrest for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 18, 2007 Case: 468414-W Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was involved in a traffic crash in which she rear-ended another car. When the officers arrived, they observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood-shot eyes. A cooler was found in the car containing vomit. The defendant could not perform any roadside tests due her inability to stand. She blew a .271 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 18, 2007 Case: 6262-XAE Judge Mills-Francis Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving at a high rate of speed, having no headlights on, and skidding. The officer learned that the defendant was involved in a hit and run accident earlier. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, blood-shot eyes, and a flushed face while conducting the DUI and the accident investigation. The defendant failed the sobriety tests and then blew a .189 in the breath machine. Result: THE DUI WAS DISMISSED DUE TO THE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS. Jun 18, 2007 Case: 489885-X Judge Miranda Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and watery eyes. The defendant allegedly failed the roadside tests and refused the breath test. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jun 18, 2007 Case: CT-009086-XDK Judge Barber Facts: The defendant was stopped for crossing the lane markers at least six times and almost striking a median. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol and glassy eyes. He was unsteady and swayed while outside his car. According to the officer, he failed the field sobriety tests and then refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 18, 2007 Case: 07-40050CTTA Judge Bilbrey Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood-shot eyes. The defendant refused all roadside testing and the breath test. Result: On the morning of Jury Trial, the State dropped the DUI. Jun 13, 2007 Case: 06-9654MM10A Judge Lazarus Facts: The defendant was stopped by a member of the DUI task force for driving the wrong way out of a parking lot. The deputy observed a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. On the walk and turn test she took the incorrect number of steps and stepped off the line. On the one leg stand she used her arms for balance throughout the test. She was arrested for DUI and refused to perform any further testing. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 13, 2007 Case: 06-4492MM10A Judge Lazarus Facts: The defendant was stopped for swerving all over the road for a period of 5 blocks. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a sway to his stance. On the walk and turn test he failed to walk heel to toe and he took the incorrect number of steps. On the finger to nose test he failed to touch the tip of his nose on all six attempts. On the one leg stand he placed his foot down several times throughout the test. He was arrested for DUI. This was his 2nd DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 12, 2007 Case: 06-020679MM10A Judge Robinson Facts: The defendant was stopped by the Florida Highway Patrol for driving 95 mph in a 65 mph zone. The trooper observed an odor of alcohol, watery eyes and slurred speech. In addition, she was wearing a wrist band indicating she had been to a club that evening. She then told the officer that she refused to perform any tests because she could not pass them. She was subsequently arrested for DUI. Result: The motion was granted and all of the evidence was thrown out. Jun 9, 2007 Case: 06-MM-022587AMB (JURY TRIAL) Judge Marx Facts: The defendant was stopped by a Fish and Wildlife Commission Officer for a safety inspection after exiting his jet ski. However, prior to contact with him, the defendant had backed his truck up to get the jet ski hitched to the truck. The officer made contact with the defendant and noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and a sway to his stance. He also noticed bloodshot eyes, a flushed face, and a staggered walk. The officer asked the defendant to perform roadside tasks two times which the defendant refused. A cooler was found by the officer on the defendant's jet ski with empty tequila mixers. The defendant told the officer he drank 32 ounces of alcohol that day. He was placed under arrest for Boating Under the Influence and later refused the breath test on video tape. It should be noted, the State also charged the defendant with DUI months after his arrest for BUI. THIS WAS THE DEFENDANT'S THIRD DUI and/or BUI. Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY OF BOTH THE BUI AND DUI IN LESS THAN TEN MINUTES. Jun 9, 2007 Case: 07-CT-0567-ERB Judge Courtney Facts: The defendant was involved in a rear end collision. When the first officer arrived, he observed the defendant to have slurred speech, slow responses, and a sway to his stance. The officer did not smell any alcohol, but believed the defendant was impaired by a chemical or controlled substance. A DUI officer was called to the scene and made similar observations. The defendant performed roadside tasks poorly and was arrested for DUI. At the station, a Drug Recognition Exam was conduced by a trained DRE officer who concluded the defendant was impaired by central nervous system depressants. The defendant gave a urine sample which he tested positive for pain killers and muscle relaxers which are central nervous depressants. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 2, 2007 Case: 05-02434MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Robinson Facts: The defendant drove his vehicle over a sidewalk, through a chain link fence, and into some bushes. The first officer on scene observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and a flushed face. The defendant had trouble standing up straight and was very unsteady. He performed poorly on the field sobriety tests and refused the breath test. Result: The JURY found the defendant NOT GUILTY in eleven minutes. May 31, 2007 Case: 06-010955TCA02 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Cohen Facts: The defendant was stopped for making an illegal left turn. The DUI task force deputy noticed an odor of alcohol, slightly slurred speech, and glazed eyes. The defendant admitted to drinking three beers and one vodka with red-bull. According to the deputy, the defendant swayed and was slightly unsteady on his feet. The defendant performed field sobriety tasks on video at the scene. According to the deputy, the defendant failed them and he was arrested for DUI. After his arrest, he blew a .121 and .120 in the breath machine on video tape at the breath alcohol testing facility (also known as the BAT). Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY. May 31, 2007 Case: 06-5568MM10A Judge Gehl Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident whereby he struck the back of another vehicle. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant admitted to drinking. On the walk and turn test he stepped off the line 6 times and missed heel to toe every time. On the stand and balance test, he swayed from side to side and front to back. He was arrested for DUI. Result: The motion to exclude the field sobriety tests was granted and the DUI was dropped. May 31, 2007 Case: 06-5624MM10A Judge Cowart Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and driving 74mph in a 40mph zone. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. He also noticed droopy eyes. The defendant allegedly failed five field sobriety tests. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .163 in the breath machine. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 29, 2007 Case: 573235-X Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was observed by an off duty officer staggering to his car in a Publix shopping center. As the officer walked up to the defendant while the defendant was starting his car, he smelled an odor of alcohol. During a conversation, the defendant stated "I know I drank too much, but I am almost home." An on duty DUI officer was called to conduct roadside tests. That officer noticed slurred speech and blood-shot eyes. The defendant failed the field sobriety tests and then blew a .155 in the breath machine after the arrest for DUI. This was the defendant's second DUI with in a five year time frame. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 29, 2007 Case: 2007-CT-000195 Judge Yerman Facts: The defendant was involved in a vehicle crash at an intersection. When the officer arrived, the defendant had an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and was kneeling down. The defendant was asked to perform the roadside tasks but refused the physical tests stating he takes heart medications and was just involved in a collision. The defendant did offer to do mental sobriety tests. The officer refused his request and arrested the defendant for DUI. He then refused the breath test. Result: The State could not prove the defendant's impairment observed by the officer was due to the crash and/or his heart problems. Many of the bruises in the pictures were caused from the crash as well as his heart conditions. The State dropped the DUI. May 29, 2007 Case: 503884-W Judge Miranda Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving the wrong way down a one way street. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and a flushed face. The defendant admitted to having three vodka cranberry's. The defendant performed the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn. On the one leg stand, the defendant raised his arms for balance, swayed, and hopped. On the walk and turn, the defendant lost his balance during the instructions, raised his arms for balance, and took the incorrect number of steps. The defendant was arrested for DUI and blew a .132 in the breath machine. Result: On the morning of trial, the State, after reviewing the poorly written reports by the officer and the contradictions we pointed out in the field sobriety tests versus the breath test readings much later after the stop, the State DROPPED THE DUI. May 22, 2007 Case: 48-2006-MM-012081-0 Judge Cheek Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving 72mph in a 45mph zone. The defendant had difficulty locating his license. He also had a white powdery substance under his nose. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and glassy bloodshot eyes. The defendant refused to perform any sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 21, 2007 Case: 489966-X Judge Miranda Facts: The defendant drove through a crime scene investigation at a high rate of speed, almost striking the officer. The officer observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, flushed face and slurred speech. The defendant placed his foot down several times on the one leg stand. He failed to walk heel to toe in a straight line, and missed the tip of his nose 4 out of six times on the finger to nose test. He was arrested for DUI. This was is 2nd DUI offense. Result: The DUI was Dismissed on the morning of trial. May 21, 2007 Case: 575769-X Judge Mills-Francis Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane almost striking the median on 2 separate occasions. The initial officer noticed an odor of alcohol.The investigating officer observed the odor, as well as bloodshot eyes, flushed face and low speech. On the rhomberg balance test the defendant was swaying from side to side. On the walk and turn he stepped of the line and failed to walk heel to toe. He was arrested for DUI. The defendant blew a .181 in the intoxilyzer. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 21, 2007 Case: 266352-X Judge Ortiz Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and running a red light. He also failed to stop for several blocks even after the officer's lights and siren were activated. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and the defendant admitted to drinking 3 beers. The defendant refused all testing and was arrested for DUI and driving with a suspended license. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 21, 2007 Case: 286782-X Judge Lindsey Facts: The officer was dispatched in reference to a mail carrier who was drinking while driving the work vehicle. The officer located the defendant and observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant failed each sobriety test and was arrested for DUI. He blew a .126 in the breath machine. The firm represented the client on two separate DUI's and won both of them. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 21, 2007 Case: 286782-X Judge Lindsey Facts: The officer was dispatched in reference to a mail carrier who was drinking while driving the work vehicle. The officer located the defendant and observed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant failed each sobriety test and was arrested for DUI. He blew a .126 in the breath machine. The firm represented the client on two separate DUI's and won both of them. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 14, 2007 Case: 04-003311MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was stopped at a roadblock. The initial officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and a flushed face. The investigating officer observed the same as well as slurred speech. On the finger to nose (on video), the defendant left his hand out and failed to touch his nose. On the walk and turn, he turned incorrectly and took too many steps. On the HGN (eye test), the defendant exhibited all three clues of impairment. The defendant was arrested for DUI and refused a breath test. This was his 2nd DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. May 14, 2007 Case: CT-339962-X Judge Barber Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving over the curb and speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol and watery eyes. On the walk and turn test, the defendant started early and turned incorrectly. On the one leg stand, the defendant failed to keep his foot off the ground. In addition, the defendant swayed throughout the exercises. He was subsequently arrested for DUI and blew a .145 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. May 11, 2007 Case: 2007-CT-023085AXXX Judge Bosso-Pardo Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, mumbled speech, and glassy eyes. According to the officer, the defendant performed poorly on roadside tasks. For example, he put his foot down numerous times on the one leg stand exercise and on the walk and turn test he stepped off the line numerous times. The officer suspected the defendant was impaired by a chemical or controlled substance versus alcohol after the investigation was complete. The defendant was arrested for DUI. Result: The DUI was dismissed. May 10, 2007 Case: 07-2438CTMA Judge Scaglione Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving erratically. He was swerving all over the road. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant refused the roadside tests and the breath test. This was the defendant's THIRD DUI. Result: After cross examination of the arresting officer, and prior the Judge even ruling on the motions, the State DROPPED THE DEFENDANT'S THIRD DUI. May 10, 2007 Case: 07-MM-007794ASB Judge Bosso-Pardo Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and speeding. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol and glassy, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant refused the field sobriety tests as well as the breath test. After his arrest for DUI, the officers found marijuana and a smoking pipe in the car. He was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia, along with DUI. The entire DUI investigation was captured on video. Result: Prior to trial, the State DROPPED THE DUI. Also, the paraphernalia charge (ie. the pipe) was dismissed and the defendant received no conviction on the marijuana charge. May 9, 2007 Case: 267061-X (JURY TRIAL) Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was found by a police officer parked next to a grassy area in front of residential houses. The initial officer responded to the area based on an anonymous call about a suspicious car being parked in that area. The officer observed the defendant to be slumped over the side, the engine running, car in park, and vomit all over the outside of the car. He banged on the car for 15-20 seconds to try to awaken the defendant who was passed out. Once the defendant awoke, the officer noticed the smell of vomit inside the car, an odor of alcohol, confusion, and slurred speech. A DUI officer was called to the scene to conduct roadside tasks which the defendant failed due to his highly intoxicated state. After his arrest for DUI, he refused the breath test as he was also cursing at the officer. Result: THE JURY FOUND THE DEFENDANT NOT GUILTY. 3434 results found. Viewing page 29 of 35. Go to page 1 2 3 . . . 27 28 29 30 31 32 . . . 34 35 Next