State v. Davidson, 22442 (5-15-2009)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Jason Davidson appeals from his conviction and sentence on one count of drug possession and one count of possessing criminal tools.

{¶ 2} In his sole assignment of error, Davidson contends the trial court erred in overruling a suppression motion that preceded his no-contest pleas to the foregoing charges. He claims police lacked reasonable, articulable suspicion to justify a traffic stop that led to discovery of the contraband.

{¶ 3} The pertinent facts, as set forth in the trial court's decision and entry overruling the suppression motion, are as follows:

{¶ 4} "On November 21,…