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. Mar 10, 2005 Case: 05-3176MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was involved in a hit and run accident which was witnessed by two other individuals. He was subsequently stopped by a Florida highway patrolman. The Trooper noticed that the defendant was off balance, smelled like alcohol and had bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The Trooper stated the defendant failed each field sobriety test and he was subsequently arrested for DUI and leaving the scene of an accident. During the investigation, the defendant admitted to being the driver involved in the crash. At the breath alcohol testing facility the defendant blew a .156 in the breath machine. Result: At the conclusion of the motion to suppress, the State dropped the DUI. Mar 10, 2005 Case: 508960-X Judge Newman Facts: Police dispatch advised that the defendant was fighting with other occupants in a vehicle. One of the occupants allegedly pulled out a gun. The officer who stopped the defendant noticed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. Upon exiting, the officer stated that the defendant was extremely unsteady on his feet. The defendant failed roadside sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Mar 10, 2005 Case: 501146-W Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for following too closely and weaving through traffic. The officer noticed a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and a flushed face. The defendant failed all field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. This is the 2nd DUI that the firm won for this defendant. Mar 5, 2005 Case: 04-021014MM10A Judge Feiner Facts: The defendant was involved in a rollover accident. An off duty officer witnessed the accident and identified the defendant as the driver of the vehicle. Both the off duty officer as well as the investigating trooper observed that the defendant was unsteady on his feet. They smelled a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The off duty officer noticed beer inside the vehicle. According to the trooper, the defendant failed the roadside tests. He was subsequently arrested for DUI and refused a breath test. He was also charged with refusal to submit to a breath test. Result: The State dismissed all charges on the morning of trial. Mar 2, 2005 Case: 2004-CT-02441-A-K Judge Fowler Facts: The defendant was stopped by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office in Key West for driving all over the roadway. Once stopped, the officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and the defendant admitted having 3-4 beers and some Jaeger. He performed poorly on roadside tests and subsequent to his arrest for DUI refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Mar 1, 2005 Case: 250935-W Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident in which he rear ended another vehicle. The officer who arrived on scene observed balance problems, an odor of alcohol, and slurred speech. The defendant was outside the vehicle when the officers arrived. He performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .201 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Feb 24, 2005 Case: 04-012670MM10A Judge Levenson Facts: The defendant was stopped for squealing his tires and making a wide turn. The defendant failed to pull his car over for several blocks after the officer placed his lights on. The DUI task force was called to the scene. The deputy smelled a strong odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. He failed all roadside sobriety exercises and blew a .183 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Feb 23, 2005 Case: 2004-CT015407-O Judge Fleming Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and weaving in and out of traffic by the Orange County Sheriff's Office in Orlando. The officer observed and odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and balance problems. The defendant admitted to having a couple of beers. According to the officer, he performed poorly on roadside tests. He then blew a .083 in the breath machine after his arrest for DUI. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Feb 22, 2005 Case: 488676-X Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. Once stopped, the defendant was observed to have an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and balance problems. She performed poorly on roadside tests and then refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Feb 17, 2005 Case: 04-011108MM10A Judge Levenson Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving at a high rate of speed and squealing his tires. Once stopped, the officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and blood hot eyes. he performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .17 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Feb 17, 2005 Case: 04-016150MM10A Judge Robinson Facts: The defendant was stopped at a roadblock checkpoint. Once stopped, the officers noticed an odor of alcohol, unsteadiness, and slurred speech. He performed poorly on roadside tests and then refused the breath test. Result: Feb 14, 2005 Case: 04-4256MM10A Judge Feiner Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving on the grass, speeding and running a red light. The defendant exited his car and allegedly fell to the ground. Both officers describe the defendant as a falling down drunk who could not complete any tests. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Feb 14, 2005 Case: 04-8738MM10A Judge Feiner Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light almost crashing into a DUI deputy. The deputy noticed an odor of alcohol, flushed face and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed poorly on the roadside exercises and refused a breath test. Result: Just prior to the jury entering the courtroom the State dropped the DUI. Feb 12, 2005 Case: 05-004919TCA02 Judge Damico Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, sluggish speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant allegedly performed poorly on roadside tests which were video taped. The defendant admitted drinking bud light and rum shots. He blew a .124 in the breath machine after his arrest for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Feb 8, 2005 Case: 04-022314MM10A Judge Lerner-Wren Facts: The defendant was stopped because a caller stated that a woman was driving 10 MPH on the highway and appeared intoxicated. The officer saw the defendant exiting the highway at a slow rate of speed and failing to maintain a single lane. The officer smelled an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant was arrested for DUI and a bottle of wine was recovered from the car. She later blew a .160 in the breath machine. This was the defendant's 2nd offense. Result: The motion was granted. All evidence was thrown out. Feb 6, 2005 Case: 05-001675-CT-A-1 Judge Barnes Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving over 100 miles per hour. Once stopped, the officer smelled an odor of alcohol, a sway to his stance, and the defendant was arguing with the police. He also had slurred and mumbled speech and bloodshot eyes. The defendant refused roadside tests and refused the breath test. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Feb 5, 2005 Case: 05-4549MM10A Judge Cowart Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving recklessly on the roadway. The deputy noticed bloodshot eyes, flushed face and and slurred speech. The defendant failed all roadside sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jan 31, 2005 Case: 508322-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped by police based on a BOLO (be on the lookout) that a black hummer had been involved in a hit and run crash. An officer saw a black hummer about 29 blocks from the crash scene and stopped the vehicle. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and that the defendant was off balance. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and he refused the breath test. He was also charged with leaving the scene of an accident. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jan 31, 2005 Case: 04-013493MM10A Judge Feiner Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving 95mph. The Trooper noticed bloodshot eyes, flushed face and an odor of alcohol. The defendant told the Trooper that he had 5 beers at a local bar. He was unable to perform any sobriety test and refused a breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI just prior to the jury entering the courtroom. Jan 28, 2005 Case: 04-CF2305 Judge Barron Facts: The defendant was stopped by Okaloosa County Sheriff's Officers for weaving and driving too slowly. Once stopped, the officers noticed slurred speech and that the defendant seemed to be impaired. Once out of the vehicle, the defendant was off balance and unsteady. She performed poorly on roadside tests and was arrested for Driving Under the Influence of a a chemical or controlled substance. The officers found numerous prescription drugs in the car to which the defendant did not have a prescription. They also found marijuana in the car. The defendant refused to provide a urine sample. The defendant was also charged with possession of marijuana and a felony for being in possession of a drug without a prescription. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jan 27, 2005 Case: 03-026878MM10A Judge Cowart Facts: The defendant was stopped for parking at an improper angle in a closed gas station. The defendant was passed out behind the wheel with the engine running. When the deputy approached the vehicle the defendant passed out in the drivers seat. The defendant motioned for the deputy to get out of the way so he could leave. While the defendant attempted to place the car in drive, the deputy grabbed the key from the ignition. The car smelled from alcohol and the defendant was completely unsteady on his feet. The defendant failed all roadside tests. In addition, the defendant was charged with refusing to submit to a breath test. Result: All evidence was thrown out. The DUI was dismissed. Jan 19, 2005 Case: M04-045776 Judge Ortiz Facts: The defendant was charged with Boating Under the Influence. The officer stated he observed the defendant drinking on his boat while at the wheel of the boat. When the officer boarded the boat, he observed an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. The defendant performed some roadside exercises on the boat which the officer stated he performed poorly. He was then transported to the Coast Guard Station to do more field sobriety tests. He was then arrested for BUI and he refused the breath test. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jan 18, 2005 Case: 316999-X Judge Newman Facts: The Defendant was stopped by a Miami-Dade fire rescue person who found the defendant passed out at a light. He removed the defendant from the vehicle and called for the police. When police arrived, the defendant was sitting on the grass. They observed and odor of alcohol and blood shot eyes. He allegedly performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .108 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jan 18, 2005 Case: 252527-W Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for swerving. Once stopped the officer observed the defendant to be off balance, have an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. He refused roadsides and refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jan 9, 2005 Case: 2005-CT-001413 Judge Henderson Facts: The defendant was stopped for swerving. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol and unsteadiness. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests on video at the scene. She refused the breath test and also admitted she was drunk on video. Result: The Judge granted the motion and threw out all the roadside tests. Jan 7, 2005 Case: 05-003722TCA08 Judge Burton Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving on the wrong side of the road. Once stopped the officer, the officer observed an odor of alcohol, unsteadiness, and glassy eyes. He performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .172 in the breath machine. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jan 4, 2005 Case: 04-13989MM10A Judge Berman Facts: The defendant was stopped for obstructing the roadway and driving at a high rate of speed. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and was staggering. The defendant refused roadsides and the breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Dec 20, 2004 Case: 086582-J Judge Gayles Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident whereby he swerved to avoid hitting a drunk pedestrian who was standing in the roadway. When the trooper arrived, he observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. The defendant refused roadside tests and refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Dec 20, 2004 Case: 03-019267MM10A Judge Gehl Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving 105 miles per hour and cutting off other vehicles. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, blood shot eyes, and an open container of alcohol in the car. He performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .105 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Dec 13, 2004 Case: 129408-J Judge McWhorter Facts: The defendant was stopped by the FHP for speeding. Prior to offering the roadside tests, the officer observed an odor of alcohol. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and he blew a .11 in the breath machine after his arrest for DUI. Result: The State read the deposition and case-law and conceded the motion. The State dropped the DUI. Dec 13, 2004 Case: 086426-J Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident in which he rear ended another vehicle. When the police arrived, they observed the defendant standing outside his vehicle and they observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and balance problems. He performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .168 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Dec 11, 2004 Case: 03-028991TCA08 Judge Cohen Facts: The defendant was involved in a one car accident. There were no eyewitnesses to the crash. He was seen by police walking down the road with another individual about a quarter mile from the crash scene. He was asked if he was the driver involved in the crash and the defendant responded by saying yes. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .149 in the breath machine. Result: The Judge granted the motion to suppress. The DUI was dismissed. Dec 10, 2004 Case: 252880-W Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was stopped for making a wide turn. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol, blood shot eyes and slurred speech. A DUI officer was called and the defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. Subsequent to his arrest for DUI, he blew a .176 in the breath machine. Result: The State conceded the motion. The State dropped the DUI. Dec 10, 2004 Case: 412937-W Judge Thomas Facts: The defendant was stopped by Tampa police for making an improper turn. The officer who stopped the defendant observed an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. A DUI officer was called and the defendant performed poorly on field sobriety tests according to the officer. He subsequently refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Dec 4, 2004 Case: 245307-W Judge Krieger-Martin Facts: The defendant was stopped due to driving erratically. Once stopped, the officer observed the defendant to be dazed, off balance, have an odor of alcohol, and slurred speech. He subsequently called for a DUI officer to conduct roadsides. The defendant performed very poorly on roadsides. He was arrested and refused to take a breath test. This was the defendant’s second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Nov 29, 2004 Case: 316982-X Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident. The officer who arrived on the scene observed an odor of alcohol and balance problems. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .185 in the breath machine. Result: The state dropped the DUI. Nov 23, 2004 Case: 387930-W Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving all over the road and almost running vehicles off the road. Once stopped, the officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and blood shot eyes. He performed poorly on field sobriety tests and subsequent to his arrest he refused the breath test. This was the defendant's third offense. Result: The state dropped the DUI. Nov 22, 2004 Case: 412716-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, bloodshot eyes, and that the defendant was off balance and unsteady. He performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .087 in the breath machine. Result: The Judge granted the motion excluding all the field sobriety tests. The state dropped the DUI. Nov 22, 2004 Case: 373574-W Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was involved in a accident. When the DUI officers arrived, the defendant was already handcuffed in another patrol car. The DUI officer observed an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. He performed poorly on field sobriety tests and subsequently refused the breath test. Result: The State conceded the motion. The DUI was dismissed. Nov 22, 2004 Case: 251039-W Judge McWhorter Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and driving to slow. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant was very off balance and unsteady. He performed poorly on roadside tests and then blew a .191 in the breath machine. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The state dropped the DUI. Nov 17, 2004 Case: 04-1121MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The police were advised that the defendant was driving on the highway at a very slow speed impeding traffic. The defendant was seen with her brake lights on in the apex of the highway. Her speech was extremely slurred, she had an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. On video she was completely unsteady, and performed poorly on the sobriety tests. Result: The Judge granted the motion and excluded all of the evidence. The state dropped the DUI. Nov 8, 2004 Case: 03-005413MM10A Judge Lerner-Wren Facts: The defendant was stopped for having no tag light. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and a sway to his stance. The defendant did not speak much English so no field sobriety tests were conducted. He was arrested for DUI and blew a .171 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 29, 2004 Case: 04-006882MM10A Judge Feiner Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving and almost striking another vehicle. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The defendant stated he had drank seven beers. He performed poorly on roadside tasks and blew a .133 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 28, 2004 Case: 53-2004-CT-001272-LD Judge Coon Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding by Lakeland police. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, bloodshot eyes and that the defendant was swaying. The defendant refused field sobriety exercises and refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 25, 2004 Case: 317587-X Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was found by police sleeping behind the wheel of his vehicle at a red light. It took several attempts to awaken the defendant. Once awoken, the officer observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and watched him stumble as he was outside the car. The defendant refused the roadside tests and refused the breath test. The officer found marijuana in the defendant's pocket after his arrest for DUI. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 25, 2004 Case: 04-023135TCA99 Judge Johnson Facts: The defendant was stopped based on an anonymous tip that he was driving all over the road. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and balance problems. He performed poorly on roadside tasks and blew a .12 in the breath machine. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Oct 18, 2004 Case: 413990-X Judge Newman Facts: The defendant was stopped for making an illegal turn. Once stopped , the officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant appeared unsteady. She performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .174 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 18, 2004 Case: 05-2004-CT-057174AXXXX Judge Majeed Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and running a red light in Brevard County. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and an open container of alcohol in the car. He performed poorly on field sobriety tests and refused to take the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 14, 2004 Case: 3523-CNL Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving with his high beams. The officer who stopped the defendant observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. He performed poorly on roadside tests and was constantly cursing and threatening the officer. He blew under the legal limit, however, he admitted to taking numerous prescription medications which are classified as controlled substances. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 13, 2004 Case: 04-8141MMA Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane in Naples. Once stopped, the Trooper observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests on video and blew a .162 on the breath machine. Result: The State conceded the motion at the time of hearing. The DUI was dismissed. Oct 6, 2004 Case: 02-023972MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was stopped by Florida Highway Patrol for running a red light and almost crashing into the median on I-95. The defendant told the trooper that he had 3 beers and rum and coke. The trooper administered a series of sobriety tests which the defendant allegedly failed. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 5, 2004 Case: 317371-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving off the roadway. Once stopped, the stop officer stated the defendant had slurred speech, and odor of alcohol, and could not stand up without losing his balance. A DUI officer was called to the scene. The defendant performed poorly on field sobriety tests according to the officer. He blew a .10 in the breath machine after his arrest. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Oct 5, 2004 Case: 03-01743MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Zack Facts: The defendant was stopped in a checkpoint. After being stopped, he put the car in reverse. The officer noticed bloodshot eyes, and a strong odor of alcohol on his breath. According to the officer, the defendant failed all roadside tests. He subsequently blew over the legal limit and told the officer “I can’t believe 3 beers would to this to me.” Subsequent to arrest the officer found beer in the car. Result: NOT GUILTY. Oct 3, 2004 Case: 03-017069TCA02 Judge Johnson Facts: The defendant was stopped for straddling the lane markers (failure to maintain a single lane). The defendant had an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. The defendant allegedly performed all roadside tests poorly. She blew a .106 in the breath machine. Result: The judge granted the motion throwing all the evidence out. The State dismissed the DUI. Sep 24, 2004 Case: 04-011076MM10A Judge Levenson Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the roadway. The officer who stopped the defendant noticed an odor of alcohol, flushed face, and glassy eyes. A DUI officer was called to conduct field sobriety exercises. The officer observed the defendant walking in a serpentine fashion. She performed poorly on all field sobriety tests and subsequently refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 23, 2004 Case: 03-016485MM10A Judge Lazarus Facts: The defendant was stopped by the police for improper parking after the police received a call that the defendant was passed out behind the wheel. The officer observed the defendant to be passed out behind the wheel. The officer observed the defendant to be off balance and unsteady, an odor of alcohol, and slurred speech. The defendant blew a .176 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 23, 2004 Case: 03-8758MM10A Judge Berman Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident. When the officers arrived, they observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol and be off balance and unsteady. He performed poorly on roadside tests. After his arrest, the defendant blew a .219 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 22, 2004 Case: 3746-CHT Judge Ortiz Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and weaving. Once stopped the officer observed the defendant to be off balance, have an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. The defendant performed poorly on field sobriety tests. Once arrested, she blew under the legal limit of .08. However, a Drug Recognition Exam was conducted and the defendant gave urine in which there was a positive result for a controlled substance called Butalbital. The State's theory was the defendant was impaired due a combination of the alcohol and the drugs. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Sep 12, 2004 Case: 03-021042CF10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Kotey Facts: The defendant was stopped by police as a result of a call that he was driving recklessly and causing a domestic disturbance. Once stopped, the officers observed and odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and he performed poorly on field sobriety tasks. After being arrested for DUI, he was transported to the breath testing facility where he refused the breath test. The defendant refused to get out of the chair in the interview room as the officers were trying to get him to go into the video room. The officer attempted to get him out of the chair and the officer alleged the defendant picked up the chair he was sitting in and swung it at her knee. This was all while he was handcuffed behind his back. Another BSO community service aid was in the room assisting the officer and stated the defendant never swung a chair. He testified the officer was hit during the struggle. The defendant was facing a minimum of 10 years in State prison if he was convicted. Result: The jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY in three minutes as the jury stated they did not believe the arresting officer's testimony. Sep 3, 2004 Case: 03-2041MM10A Judge Zack Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving erratically out of a parking lot. The defendant had an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. The defendant allegedly performed all roadside tests poorly. He was subsequently arrested and blew a .132 in the breath machine. (2nd offense within 5 years). Result: The prosecutor conceded the motion and dropped the DUI. Sep 2, 2004 Case: 245123-W Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a stop sign. The defendant was observed to have an odor of alcohol, he staggered, blood shot eyes, and slurred speech. He could not perform any field sobriety tests due to his lack of balance. He had marijuana in the car and blew a .236 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI prior to trial. Aug 30, 2004 Case: 316861-X Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident in which he hit a mailbox. Upon contact with the police, they observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and that the defendant was very off balance and unsteady. He performed poorly on roadside tests and refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 30, 2004 Case: 317517-X Judge McWhorter Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. He also observed the defendant stumbling. He refused the roadsides and breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 24, 2004 Case: 03-032330TCA04 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Cohen Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. He also stated the defendant was off balance and unsteady. The defendant refused the roadside tests and refused the breath test. Result: The Jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY in 5 minutes. Aug 23, 2004 Case: 03-001432MM10A (JURY TRIAL) Judge Cowart Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer noticed bloodshot watery eyes, and a "very strong" odor of alcohol. The defendant allegedly failed all roadside tests and told the officer "you and I both know I'll blow over a .08." He was subsequently arrested for DUI. Result: The Jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY in minutes. Aug 16, 2004 Case: 317478-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding and weaving. Once stopped the officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. He stated the defendant performed poorly on roadside tests. The defendant refused the breath test. This was the defendant's second offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 16, 2004 Case: 500765-W Judge McWhorter Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer who stopped him observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and unsteadiness. He called for a DUI officer who subsequently arrested the defendant. He refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Aug 11, 2004 Case: 266013-W Judge Gayles Facts: The defendant was stopped by police when he was sleeping in his vehicle in the middle of the road. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant was unsteady and off balance. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and subsequent to his arrest for DUI he refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 30, 2004 Case: 03-028545MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving 115mph on I-75. The officer noticed a strong odor of alcohol and the defendant allegedly admitted to drinking. A search of the car revealed 3 bottles of beer. The defendant was subsequently arrested for DUI and Reckless Driving. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jul 27, 2004 Case: 05-2004-CT054327-AXXX-XX Judge Babb Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The defendant performed three field sobriety tests on video. After being arrested, he admitted to having five beers and blew a .11 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 26, 2004 Case: 316947-X Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was found by police slumped over the wheel. The officers observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. He performed poorly on the field sobriety tests and stated that the "police should take him in because he was drunk." He refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 26, 2004 Case: 03-029181MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was sleeping in a vehicle with the keys in the ignition. The officer observed bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a strong odor of alcohol on her breath. When asked about the damage to her vehicle she stated she must have hit something. After failing every roadside test she was arrested for DUI. She subsequently blew a .185 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 22, 2004 Case: 03-022146TCA04 (JURY TRIAL) Judge Damico Facts: The defendant was stopped while driving his motorcycle in a serpentine fashion by a Delray Beach officer. The officer observed an odor from alcohol and stated the defendant mixed up the alphabet. A DUI officer was called and had the defendant perform field sobriety tests. he stated the defendant performed poorly. On video at the breath testing facility, the defendant admitted to having four mixed drinks, feeling the effects of the alcohol, and feeling under the influence. The defendant refused the breath test. Result: The Jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY. Jul 21, 2004 Case: 2004-CT-5079-0 Judge Clark Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident where she ran into another car. When the officer arrived, he noticed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and be very unsteady. The defendant performed poorly on roadside tests and subsequently refused the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 20, 2004 Case: 03-021277MM10A Judge Lerner-Wren Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. The officer that made the stop stated that he observed an odor of alcohol, blood shot eye, slurred speech, and that the defendant was completely off balance. A DUI officer was called and the defendant refused to do the field sobriety exercises and he also refused to take the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 20, 2004 Case: 04-1651MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was stopped for drifting from one lane to the next several times. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol and the defendant stated he had a couple of drinks. A DUI officer was called and he subsequently arrested the defendant for DUI. The defendant refused to take the breath test. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 19, 2004 Case: 468032-W Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for running a red light. Once stopped, the officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant was unsteady and performed poorly on field sobriety tests. He blew a .136 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 19, 2004 Case: 085707-J Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped by the FHP for driving over 85 miles per hour in and out of traffic on a wet roadway. Once stopped, the officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slightly slurred speech and the defendant was off balance. According to the the officer, the defendant performed poorly of field sobriety tests and he subsequently blew a .093 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 13, 2004 Case: 04-14MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident whereby he struck a pole. The officer who observed the crash, stated he noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. The defendant stated that he should not have gone out drinking that night. The defendant was arrested for DUI and blew a .166 in the breath machine. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jul 9, 2004 Case: 413682-X Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was stopped while parked behind a closed business. He was ordered out of the car. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and blood shot eyes. He performed poorly on roadsides and blew a .153 in the breath machine. This was the defendant's third offense. Result: The State read the deposition of the officer and the case law and then conceded the motion. The DUI was dismissed. Jul 9, 2004 Case: 132382-W Judge Gayles Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident in which she struck a raised median. She had an odor of alcohol, slurred speech. She performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .216 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jul 9, 2004 Case: 550211-X Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. The officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant performed poorly on field sobriety tests. He blew a .187 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 29, 2004 Case: 04-005675MM10A Judge Murphy Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving into the center median and running a red light. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and the defendant was extremely unsteady. A DUI officer was called and the defendant performed poorly on field sobriety exercises. He blew a .185 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 28, 2004 Case: 289182-X Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was involved in a crash by driving into a fence. When the officer arrived he noticed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and the defendant was unsteady. He was transported to the police station to do field sobriety exercises. At the station he blew a .165 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 28, 2004 Case: 413945-X Judge Figarola Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The deputy observed the defendant to have a side to side sway, slurred speech and an odor of alcohol. According to the officer, the defendant performed poorly on several field sobriety tests. He blew a .146 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 22, 2004 Case: 03-41797CT (JURY TRIAL) Judge Boles Facts: The defendant was stopped by the police for speeding by a Santa Rosa County Deputy. The deputy observed the defendant to be uneasy on her feet, have slurred speech and have an odor of alcohol. A DUI officer was called to conduct field sobriety exercises on the defendant. The officer alleged she did poorly on the roadside tests which included the one leg stand and the walk and turn. The defendant allegedly refused the breath test. An open bottle of beer cold to the touch was found in the center console. This was the defendant’s second offense within five years of her last DUI conviction. Result: The Jury found the defendant NOT GUILTY. Jun 16, 2004 Case: 03-028571TCA08 Judge Cohen Facts: The defendant was stopped by the police for squealing his tires (improper start) pursuant to Florida Statute 316.154. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and that the defendant had difficulty standing. The defendant refused the field sobriety tests stating he had medical problems with his legs. On video back at the station, the defendant was argumentative with police, off balance, slurring his words, and he refused the breath test. This was the defendant’s FOURTH OFFENSE. Result: The DUI was dismissed. Jun 15, 2004 Case: 03-13374MM10A Judge Zack Facts: The defendant was stopped while driving through a checkpoint. The officer noticed a strong odor of alcohol and bloodshot watery eyes. The defendant was unsteady exiting the vehicle, and swayed from side to side throughout the investigation. The breath test operator stated that the defendant had a flushed face and slurred speech. Result: The State dropped the DUI on the morning of trial. Jun 14, 2004 Case: 03-16821MM10A Judge Diaz Facts: The defendant was observed asleep at the wheel on the bridge over the inter-coastal. The defendant’s eyes were extremely bloodshot and he wreaked of alcohol. He stated he had “a few too many.” His speech was slurred and his face was flushed. The defendant failed every roadside test and blew a .150 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 14, 2004 Case: 252897-W Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for driving on the wrong side of the road by an undercover police officer. Once stopped the officer held the defendant at gun point and other officers arrived and detained the defendant. After he was detained, the officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and bloodshot eyes. A DUI officer was called and the defendant performed poorly on all roadside tests. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 12, 2004 Case: 03-24329MM10A Judge Zack Facts: The defendant was stopped for speeding. Once stopped, the officer observed an odor of alcohol and he admitted to drinking. According to the officer, he performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .090 in the breath machine. Result: The state dropped the DUI. Jun 12, 2004 Case: 048095-W Judge Mills-Francis Facts: The defendant was stopped for failing to maintain a single lane. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and unsteadiness. He performed poorly on roadside tests and subsequently refused the breath test. Result: The state dropped the DUI. Jun 7, 2004 Case: 085992-J Judge Krieger-Martin Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident in which the vehicle flipped over. The trooper arrived and noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and the defendant appeared confused and off balance. He performed poorly on roadside tests and blew a .174 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 7, 2004 Case: 466367-W Judge McWhorter Facts: The defendant was stopped for obstructing traffic. The officer observed bloodshot eyes, an odor of alcohol, slurred speech and the defendant could not maintain his balance. The defendant refused all sobriety tests. This was the defendant's 2nd offense. Result: The State dropped the DUI. Jun 1, 2004 Case: 250795-W Judge Bloom Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the road. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. The defendant failed all roadside tests and blew a .211 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. May 20, 2004 Case: 03-021434MMA99 Judge Damico Facts: The defendant was stopped after allegedly failing to yield to a police officer’s vehicle. Once stopped, the officer noticed an odor of alcohol and slurred speech. Another officer was called to the scene to administer field sobriety exercises. The officer was in training and this was her second DUI investigation. She observed the defendant to stagger as he walked and perform poorly on roadside tests. The defendant was arrested for DUI and refused the breath test. This was the defendant’s second offense and marijuana was also found in the car. Result: Motions granted. The State dismissed the DUI and Marijuana charges. May 17, 2004 Case: 575347-X Judge Prescott Facts: The defendant was involved in an accident in which she ran into a house. The person who owns the house came outside and told her to stay and wait for the police. The defendant took off and was stopped in her car by another person in the neighborhood. She was detained by that person until the police arrived. When the police arrived, she told them she had been drinking and had taken Xanax. The officers observed balance problems, slurred speech, and odor of alcohol. She performed poorly on roadside tests. She refused to take the breath test. She was charged with DUI and Leaving the scene of an accident. Result: The State dropped the DUI. May 14, 2004 Case: 04-515MM10A Judge Levenson Facts: The defendant was stopped for swerving all over the road and hitting a curb. The officer noticed bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and an odor of alcohol on his breath. The defendant failed all roadside tests and was arrested for DUI. He subsequently blew a .186 and told the officers he had 6 icehouse beers. This was his 2nd DUI. Result: The Judge dismissed the charges. May 8, 2004 Case: 03-011382MM10A Judge Zack Facts: The defendant was stopped for weaving on the roadway. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot eyes. The officer stated that the defendant performed poorly on all roadside tests. She was subsequently arrested for DUI and blew a .110 in the breath machine. Result: The State dropped the DUI. May 4, 2004 Case: 316853-X Judge Bloom Facts: An anonymous caller called stating the defendant was driving erratically through the parking lot at a shopping center. The officer subsequently stopped the vehicle. The officer observed no traffic infraction and no erratic driving pattern. The officer observed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, and the defendant appeared off balance. The defendant performed poorly on roadsides and he had marijuana in the car. He blew a .256 in the breath machine. Result: The DUI was dismissed. 3426 results found. Viewing page 33 of 35. Go to page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 . . . 31 32 33 34 35 Next