State v. Sledge

Ruffin, Presiding Judge.

The State charged Eric Cleatus Sledge with speeding, “laying drags” in violation of OCGA § 40-6-251, and driving under the influence of alcohol to the extent that it was less safe for him to drive. Citing a lack of probable cause for his arrest, Sledge moved to suppress all evidence resulting from the arrest, including any state-administered test results or refusal of state testing. Following a hearing, the trial court granted Sledge’s motion. The State appeals, and for reasons that follow, we reverse.

On appeal from a ruling on a motion to suppress, we must construe…