State v. Silver

Moore, Justice:

This case is before us on a writ of certiorari to review the Court of Appeals’ decision reported at — S.C. —, 414 S.E. (2d) 813 (Ct. App. 1992). We affirm as modified.

I. FACTS

Petitioner Ronald W. Silver was convicted in municipal court for driving under the influence. At trial, the arresting officer testified he stopped Silver for erratic driving, including crossing the center line, improper stopping, and running off the road. Upon approaching Silver, the officer testified he smelled alcohol. The officer then began to testify as to statements made by Silver. Silver objected to…