During the Gasparilla Parade, the Defendant was seen walking on the sidewalk, holding a red cup. The officer approached the Defendant and asked him for identification. The Defedant provided a valid driver’s license and also verbally identified himself. The officer noticed a distinct odor of alcohol coming from the Defendant’s person. The defendant also stated, “It’s just beer” when asked about the contents of his cup. The Defendant was then arrested for possession of an open container of alcohol. Results: Case was dismissed by the Judge.
DUI & Criminal Division
