Phillips v. State

NEAL, Judge.

Defendant-appellant Douglas L. Phillips (Douglas) was convicted, after a bench trial before the Traffic Commissioner of the Fountain Circuit Court, of the offense of speeding. Ind.Code 9-4-l-57(b)(2). Upon his conviction, a sentence of ten days in jail and a fine of $150 plus costs were imposed, and he appeals.

We reverse.

STATEMENT OF THE FACTS

Douglas, age 16, was charged with driving 93 m.p.h. in a 55 m.p.h. zone. On June 9, 1981, he appeared before the Traffic Commissioner for arraignment accompanied by his father, Leon Phillips (Phillips). The Commissioner advised Phillips and…