Eckenrode v. Director of Revenue

The Director of Revenue (the director) appeals a judgment ordering reinstatement of Timothy E. Eckenrode’s motor vehicle operator’s license. The director revoked Mr. Eckenrode’s license for failure to submit to a chemical test following Mr. Eckenrode’s arrest under circumstances in which the arresting officer suspected he was driving the vehicle while in an intoxicated condition. See § 577.020.1. 1 Mr. Eckenrode sought and received a hearing in the Circuit Court of Howell County as permitted by § 577.041.4.

The issues for determination at a § 577.041.4 hearing are:(1) Whether or not the person…