Bristol C. Myers

Criminal Defense Attorney

SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION
512-478-2100

  • Home
  • Experience
  • Federal Criminal Defense
  • Working With Me
  • Case Studies
  • Contact

State of Texas v. Jeremy D.

March 1, 2021 by Bristol Myers

Williamson County, Texas

Description

In the days before every police car had a video camera, my client was stopped in Williamson County driving a big pickup truck with a lift kit and a bed full of all kinds of junk. The police officer smells alcohol and observes the other usual signs of intoxication, and after further investigation, arrests my client for DWI.

Case Overview

The defense in this case did not hinge on intoxication, but the issue of who was driving. My client said he was really the passenger and switched places with the actual driver after they stopped for police. The police officer testified this was impossible and said he would have noticed if the occupants switched places. The officer also testified that he had a clear view of the cab from his patrol car. On cross-examination, I had the officer read the tow truck driver’s lengthy inventory sheet listing all the items crammed into the bed of the pickup, which included a large grill. The jury did not believe the officer’s testimony about having a clear view into the cab of the truck. 

Outcome:

The jury found my client NOT GUILTY.

Filed Under: Case Studies, DWI

Bristol C. Myers


Bristol Myers is Board Certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Contact Us


1411 West Avenue, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78701
512-478-2100
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter

Menu


  • Home
  • Experience
  • Working With Me
  • Case Studies
  • Contact

Copyright © 2023 · Bristol C. Myers, P.C.