DUI reduced to Reckless Driving (2019)

Defense Counsel:

Charges: DUI

State’s Case:

Client pulled over when observed driving well under speed limit and impeding traffic. Arrested when officers observed that client had strong odor of alcohol and was extremely confused, incoherent, and unsteady on his feet. Client's blood alcohol content came back well over the legal limit.

Judgement:

DUI reduced to Reckless Driving where Hodges proved there was no reasonable suspicion for the stop - there was no evidence of client actually impeding traffic or committing any other traffic offense, and driving too slow was not enough to justify stop.