Client was arrested March 7 at 3:15 a.m. driving in Lee County. He was initially stopped for improper lane change, speeding and expired registration. After observing alcohol smell the client completed field sobriety exercises and was ultimately arrested for DUI. While running his name, the arresting officer also learned clients driver’s license was suspended and he was charged with driving with a suspended license as well.
The case ultimately went to a jury trial for the DUI charge. The prosecution’s key witness was cross examined at length and ultimately provided a lot of reasonable doubt. The jury deliberated for about 20 minutes and came back with a not guilty verdict. The driving with a suspended license charge went to a bench trial. On cross examination, the officer admitted he couldn’t be sure that the client knew his license was suspended. Upon hearing that testimony the trial judge issued a judgment of acquittal.