Noble v. State

MORRISON, Judge.

The offense is driving while intoxicated; the punishment, 60 days in jail and a fine of $150.00.

Appellant’s neighbor Garth testified that on the evening in question he observed appellant stumble out of his house, secure the assistance of another neighbor in getting an automobile started, and drive away, whereupon Garth called the police.

Officer Hatfield testified that in response to a call he brought the automobile which appellant was driving to a halt and observed that appellant was unsteady on his feet, smelled strongly of alcoholic beverage and spoke in a blurred manner.…