State v. Holland

The State timely appeals a non-final order granting William Holland’s motion to suppress a videotape arising from a DUI investigation. We reverse.

By way of background, Holland was stopped by a deputy from the Broward Sheriffs Office (“BSO”) on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. After the initial stop, BSO Deputy Grady was called to the scene to perform field sobriety exercises on Holland. He requested Holland undergo a breath test. The interaction between Grady and Holland was recorded by video camera. In particular, the videotape showed Holland’s refusal to submit…