Bertram v. State

I reluctantly concur with the main opinion’s reversal of Patricia Norman Bertram’s felony conviction for driving while under the influence of alcohol, as ordered by the Alabama Supreme Court. However, I write to express my agreement with the following language from Justice *897Stuart’s dissent in Ex parte Bertram, 884 So.2d 889 (Ala.2003):

“The Legislature’s intent in creating the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance is clear and unambiguous. This State has a valid interest in deterring conduct that risks the safety and lives of its citizens. Individuals who…