State v. Rabanales-Ramos

An Oregon State Police tropper stopped defendant for driving while using a mobile communication device, a violation of ORS 811.507. During the traffic stop, the trooper developed probable cause to arrest defendant for the crime of driving under the influence of intoxicants, and defendant was later charged with felony driving under the influence of intoxicants, ORS 813.011. Before trial, defendant moved to suppress the evidence obtained during the stop, arguing that the trooper did not have probable cause to initiate the traffic stop. The trial court granted defendant’s motion, and the state…