People v. Sturgess

Defendant Catherine Sturgess appeals her convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, as well as her sentence to two years’ conditional discharge and fine of $2,500. For the reasons that follow, we affirm in part and reverse in part.

Defendant was arrested and charged with the aforementioned offenses on August 18, 2002. Prior to trial, she filed a motion to quash arrest and suppress evidence, alleging that the arresting officer lacked probable cause to suspect her of illegal activity. The circuit court conducted a hearing on the…