Matthews v. State

Phipps, Chief Judge.

Jamahl Matthews appeals his convictions for trafficking in cocaine, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He contends that the trial court erred by denying his motion to suppress, arguing that the arresting officer violated his Fourth Amendment rights by imper-missibly detaining and questioning him after the officer had “returned Mr. Matthews’ documents to him and given him a warning[, and the] traffic stop was over at that point.” We agree, and reverse.

“On appeal from a denial of a motion to suppress,…