State v. Thomas

JOINER, Judge.

The State of Alabama appeals the circuit court’s decision to grant the motion filed by Earl Gaines Thomas, Jr., to dismiss the three complaints charging him with driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, and running a red light. We reverse and remand.

Facts and Procedural History

Thomas was convicted in the Baldwin County District Court of driving under the influence of alcohol (“DUI”), see § 32-5A-191, Ala.Code 1975, of reckless driving, see § 32-5A-190, Ala.Code 1975, and of running a red light, see § 32-5A-32(3)a., Ala. Code 1975. Thomas appealed his convictions…