Legal Opinion
Giles v. Commonwealth
Court of Appeals of Virginia
Decided May 30, 2000No. 2903982PublishedCited by 12 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
WILLIS, Judge.
On appeal from his conviction of driving while under the influence of alcohol, in violation of Code § 18.2-266, Johnny T. Giles, Jr., contends that the trial court erred in denying his motion to suppress evidence obtained pursuant to the stop of his vehicle. 1 Because we find that, based upon articulable facts, the arresting officer had reasonable suspicion of Giles’ involvement in unlawful activity, the stop of Giles’ vehicle was lawful. Accordingly, we affirm the judgment of the trial court.
On appeal of a ruling on a motion to suppress evidence, the appellant has the burden to…
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