Logan v. Commonwealth

ELDER, Judge.

Derrick Devon Logan (appellant) appeals from his bench trial conviction for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute in violation of Code § 18.2-248. On appeal, he contends the trial court erroneously denied his motion to suppress. He argues that the officers violated his rights under the United States and Virginia Constitutions because they did not have the reasonable, articulable suspicion necessary to justify a search of his person. We hold that the evidence was sufficient to establish reasonable, articulable suspicion that appellant was armed, and we affirm his…