Jaganathan, Francheska v.

in which Keasler, Hervey, Alcala, Richardson, and Yeary, JJ., joined.

Appellant passed a “Left Lane for Passing Only”- sign, and remained in the left lane without passing. The facts .surrounding this conduct did. not establish beyond question that appellant needed to remain in the left lane for safety purposes. Under these circumstances, we hold that the police officer had reasonable suspicion to conduct a traffic stop. Consequently, we reverse the judgment of the court of appeals.

I. BACKGROUND

A, The Incident,and Trial Proceedings

The traffic stop at issue occurred mid-afternoon, while State…