Starling v. State

Johnson, Chief Judge.

William Starling appeals his convictions for driving under the influence and weaving over the roadway. At the conclusion of the state’s case, Starling moved for a directed verdict, claiming the state failed to prove the issue of venue beyond a reasonable doubt. The probate court denied his motion for a directed verdict, and Starling appealed to the Superior Court of Monroe County, which found no error of law. Because the state failed to prove that venue was proper in Monroe County, we must reverse the convictions.

It is well established that venue is an essential element…