Charge(s) – OUI, Negligent Operation of Motor Vehicle

Result: OUI – Docket

Police responded to a complaint from a store manager of an unwanted guest. Client’s vehicle was identified by police and was pulled over. Officers approached the vehicle and detected a strong odor of alcoholic beverage emanating from the client and noticed his speech was slurred. Client admitted to having four beers throughout the evening when asked by police. Client was then asked to step out of his vehicle and nearly fell while doing so. Officers conducted a series of field sobriety tests. Client had difficulty completing all assessments and was placed under arrest. Client consented to a breath test during booking with a 0.21 reading.