State v. Daniel

Because I would reverse the trial court’s denial of Linda Daniel’s (defendant) motion to dismiss, I respectfully dissent.

Defendant argues to this Court that a lengthy detainment irreparably prejudiced her defense against the charge. I agree, and so would reverse.

Around 8 p.m. on 29 December 2007, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Officer A. Holt saw a car driven by defendant swerve outside of the appropriate travel lane multiple times. Officer Holt activated his blue lights to stop defendant’s car; she came to a stop in a left turn lane, but began to drive away when the traffic light turned green.…