Collins v. State

GAMMAGE, Justice.

After pleading “no contest,” James T. Collins was convicted of driving while intoxicated. The trial court assessed a punishment of 45 days in jail and a $300 fine. Collins appeals his conviction contending that the trial court erred by refusing to sustain his motion to suppress evidence, because he was arrested without a warrant or probable cause in violation of the Texas Constitution and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. See Tex. Const, art. I, §§ 9 and 19; Tex.Code Cr.P.Ann. arts. 14.01-14.-04 (1977 & Supp.1990). Because we conclude Collins’ plea was not entered…