2010 CT 127

Misdemeanor DUI Charges Leon County Not Guilty

Misdemeanor Case

  • Charges: DUI
  • Result: Not Guilty

Charges

  • Count 1 – Driving Under the Influence

Facts

A trooper responded to a vehicle parked on the sidewalk with headlights and engine running. The officer alleged our client was asleep on the driver side window. EMS punctured the window of the vehicle and removed our client who could not respond. After receiving medical attention, and after declining consent to a blood test the officer arrested our client for careless driving and driving under the influence.

Outcome

The State would not agree to reduce or drop the charge so we went to trial. Our client was found not guilty after a jury trial.


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