Joseph v. State

STONE, Judge.

The judgment and sentence for trafficking in cocaine are affirmed. Considering the evidence most favorably to the state, we find no abuse of discretion in the trial court’s denial of Appellant’s motion to suppress, the sole issue on appeal. McNamara v. State, 357 So.2d 410 (Fla.1978).

Two sheriffs deputies, both having considerable training and experience, testified that they were at the scene to serve an arrest warrant in an area having a reputation for criminal activity, including the presence of weapons and drugs. It was 8:00 p.m., but still dusk.

As they got out of their patrol…