Jaffray v. State

Doyle, Judge.

Following a jury trial, James Jaffray was convicted of driving under the influence to the extent that it was less safe (“DUI less safe”), 1 speeding, 2 and two counts of endangering a child by driving under the influence of alcohol. 3 Jaffray appeals, arguing that the evidence was insufficient to support the jury’s verdict and that the trial court erred by (1) permitting the State to make an improper closing statement; and (2) concluding that the arresting officer had sufficient probable cause to arrest him. We affirm, for reasons that follow.

Viewed in favor of the verdict, 4 the…