Hermeen R. Jacobson v. State of Florida

On appeal, the appellant challenges the denial of her motion to suppress evidence seized after what she claims was an illegal traffic stop. We affirm.

During the suppression hearing, the arresting officer, who had training and experience on how to identify someone who was under the influence, testified that at around 7:22 p.m., he reported to the Azalea Lounge to investigate a potential vehicle accident. When he arrived, he encountered the appellant standing outside of her legally parked vehicle, which was damaged. The officer determined that the damage to the vehicle was preexisting, but…