Mar 27, 2026	Case: 25-CT-002138	Judge J. Steele
Facts:	The defendant drove up to the police to discuss a domestic violence situation. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol. According to the officer, she performed poorly on the roadside tests, which consisted of the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn exercises. She was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test.
Defense:	An odor of alcohol alone, without more, especially no driving pattern, is not enough to allow an officer to lawfully request field sobriety tests. After conversations with the prosecutor, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 27, 2026	Case: 25-CT-058665	Judge Koenig
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the road. Officers noticed an odor alcohol, slurred/incoherent speech, watery eyes, fumbled dexterity, and he swayed while walking. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the roadside tests, which consisted of the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn exercises. He was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test.
Defense:	After conversations with the State about the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 23, 2026	Case: 25-CT-007441	Judge Valkenburg
Facts:	The defendant backed his car up in a parking lot into the front bumper of a patrol car. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, and a sway to his stance. The defendant refused to do any field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He later refused a breath test.
Defense:	First, on tape, he had no sway to his stance and his speech was normal. The backing up into the patrol car was literally a tap and there was no damage. However, it became a five-alarm fire with over ten cops involved. The defendant was asked numerous times to do the field sobriety tests and still refused. He even reiterated to the cop "these are voluntary right?" The firm announced ready for trial. Just before trial, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 20, 2026	Case: 25-CT-001372	Judge J. Steele
Facts:	The defendant was the at fault driver in a rear end crash on I-75. The Trooper who arrived noticed the defendant to have an odor of alcohol bloodshot/glassy eyes, a sway, and a flushed face. According to the officer, he performed poorly on the roadside tests, which consisted of the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn exercises. He was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test. This was the defendant's 5th DUI arrest and has 3 prior convictions. The defendant was charged with a 4th DUI.
Defense:	The officer wrote that the defendant almost fell while doing the walk and turn. That was a false written statement as that never happened on tape. In addition, the officer made a statement on tape that "it was too dangerous to do the field sobriety tests on the side of highway" as cars and trucks were whizzing by and it was very loud. Yet, he still had the defendant do them within feet of vehicles flying by. On tape, he performed very well as compared to what was written. The firm announced ready for trial. A week or so before trial, the State Dropped his 4th DUI (5th DUI arrest). It should be noted that the firm also beat his last DUI arrest as well. Each time saving him from being convicted of a 4th DUI and losing his driver's license for life.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 19, 2026	Case: 25-CF-032385	Judge Musselman
Facts:	Officers responded to a 911 call regarding a male in his underwear staring at a building. When officers arrived, they observed the defendant stopped in the road and sitting in his vehicle with the engine on. There was no odor of alcohol, but they noticed that his speech was slurred and slow, he had no shirt on, was in a bathing suit, and he had sand all over him. His eyes were bloodshot, his pupils were constricted, and his statements to officers made absolutely no sense. Believing he was impaired by drugs, he was requested to perform roadside tests. He performed the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn exercises. He was arrested for DUI and later refused a urine test. After his arrest, officers found two controlled substances and he was also charged with two counts of felony possession.
Defense:	In order to prove a DUI under the Florida Statute 316.193, the State must prove that the defendant is impaired by alcohol, and/or a controlled substance, and/or a chemical substance. Here, they could not do that, most importantly, because the defendant did not make any statements about taking drugs. After negotiations, the State Dropped the DUI. In addition, after providing mitigation evidence to the State on behalf of the defendant, they also Dropped both felonies to misdemeanors.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 17, 2026	Case: 25-CT-012176	Judge Valkenburg
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for speeding. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, droopy eyelids, slurred speech, and fumbling fingers. He also exhibited bloodshot/watery eyes, a blank/dazed state, and slow/deliberate movements. The defendant refused to perform any field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He later refused a breath test.
Defense:	After conversations with the State about the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 16, 2026	Case: 25-CT-008626	Judge Uzabel
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for speeding. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol and bloodshot/watery eyes. The defendant agreed to perform only the HGN (eye test) and then refused to perform any other field sobriety tests. He was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test.
Defense:	On tape, the officer told the defendant that it is not a crime to drink and drive, only if your normal faculties are impaired." Here, there was not one normal faculty that was impaired. Also, the cop said on tape, "I see you are standing well" (i.e., good balance.) After negotiations, the State dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 12, 2026	Case: 25-CT-013440	Judge Scott
Facts:	The defendant crashed her car off the highway into a wooded area. The defendant had an odor of alcohol, she was screaming, and had bloodshot eyes. The defendant was taken to the hospital. The defendant provided a blood sample which later revealed a result of .169. The defendant was later arrested for DUI.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 5, 2026	Case: 25-CT-016759	Judge Smith
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for speeding. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, glassy eyes, slurred/thick tongued speech, and she was unable to keep her balance. The defendant refused to perform any roadside tests and was arrested DUI. She later refused a breath test. This was her Second DUI.
Defense:	After conversations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the Second DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 5, 2026	Case: 25-CT-017057	Judge Smith
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for weaving all over the road and speeding. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, water eyes, and slurred speech. He performed poorly on the roadside tests, which consisted of the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn exercises. He was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 5, 2026	Case: 25-CT-015515	Judge Smith
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for drifting from side to side over the lane markers and also straddling the lane marker. Officers observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot/glassy eyes, slurred speech. The defendant refused to perform any field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He later refused a breath test.
Defense:	On tape, his speech was not slurred. During negotiations, we discussed that there was a lack of probable cause to arrest him based on the video. The State agreed and Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 5, 2026	Case: 25-CT-010779	Judge Uzabel
Facts:	A caller dialed 911 stating that the defendant was passed out in his car in a parking lot. When officers arrived, the defendant was pulling out the parking lot. Officers stopped him and observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot/glassy eyes, and he denied drinking any alcohol. He performed poorly on the roadside tests, which consisted of the HGN (eye test), one leg stand, and walk and turn exercises. He was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test. This was the defendant's Second DUI.
Defense:	In discussions with the prosecutor, we set forth that there was no reasonable suspicion of anything justifying stopping the defendant. Innocently sleeping in a car without more is not enough based on the case law we provided to the State, especially when the officer didn't even see that. They agreed and Dismissed his Second DUI and refusal charge.
Result:	The DUI was dismissed.

Mar 4, 2026	Case: 25-CT-003479	Judge D. Steele
Facts:	The defendant was the at fault driver in a rear end crash. Officers observed an odor, bloodshot eyes, and heavily slurred speech. He also leaned on his vehicle for support. The defendant refused to perform any field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. He later refused a breath test. This was his second DUI arrest.
Defense:	Parks & Braxton filed a motion to exclude the field sobriety tests as the defendant was not advised of any adverse consequences. When a defendant refuses to perform field sobriety tests, an officer must advise them of adverse consequences or the refusal will be excluded from evidence. The officer must state something like "your refusal can be used against you in court", or "I will have to make my decision to arrest based on what I've seen so far." Here, there were no adverse consequences. We also filed a motion to exclude all the defendant's statements as they were taken in violation of the accident report privilege. On the day of the motion hearing, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 4, 2026	Case: 25-CT-015088	Judge Taylor
Facts:	The defendant was found passed out in her car with damage to her front bumper and the passenger side tires were damaged and flat. EMS was called as well. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, she used the car for balance, and also had bloodshot eyes. There were small liquor bottles in her bra and she stated that she had drank gin. The defendant performed poorly on the HGN (eye test), walk and turn and one leg stand exercises. She was arrested for DUI and later blew a .198 and .192 in the breath machine.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Mar 4, 2026	Case: 25-CT-015522	Judge Taylor
Facts:	The defendant was stopped after a BOLO went out about a reckless driver. Officers made contact with the defendant and observed an odor of alcohol, bloodshot eyes, and slurred speech. The defendant performed the HGN (eye test), walk and turn and one leg stand exercises. She was arrested for DUI and later blew a .159 and .158 in the breath machine.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Feb 26, 2026	Case: 25-CT-010627	Judge Castor
Facts:	The defendant was found by police after his car had crashed into an embankment and got stuck in a ditch. The officers noticed an odor of alcohol, urine on his pants, bloodshot eyes, and he stated that he had consumed three beers. Due to his age and physical limitations, the defendant performed various nonphysical roadside tasks, such as the HGN (eye test), palm pat, finger to nose, and hand coordination task. After performing them, he was arrested for DUI.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Feb 25, 2026	Case: ALE864E	Judge Croff
Facts:	The police found the defendant passed out behind the wheel at an intersection. Upon awakening him, they noticed an odor of alcohol, he appeared confused, and his movements were lethargic. The defendant swayed and also stated that he had drank two Corona beers. The defendant performed the HGN (eye test), walk and turn and one leg stand exercises. He was subsequently arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Feb 25, 2026	Case: ALQJWUE	Judge Lawhorne
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for driving eastbound in the westbound lane. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, a dazed/blank expression, and slurred speech. The defendant performed poorly on the HGN (eye test), walk and turn and one leg stand exercises. He was subsequently arrested for DUI.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Feb 25, 2026	Case: 25-CT-055959	Judge Skinner
Facts:	The defendant was stopped for running a stop sign, swerving, and speeding. Officers noticed an odor of alcohol, slurred speech, slow/lethargic movements, and she fumbled with her wallet. The defendant performed the HGN (eye test), walk and turn and one leg stand exercises. She was arrested for DUI and later refused a breath test.
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.

Feb 24, 2026	Case: 25-CT-015328	Judge Scott
Defense:	After negotiations with the prosecutor regarding the evidence and the defendant, the State Dropped the DUI.
Result:	The State dropped the DUI.