Suiter v. State

DICE, Judge.

The conviction is for driving while intoxicated; the punishment, 45 days in jail and a fine of $200.00.

The state’s testimony shows that the appellant drove his automobile upon a public street and highway on the date alleged and while being pursued by Highway Patrolman Calvin Harrell was stopped by city officers Howell and Burleson at 19th Street and Avenue S in the city of Lubbock. A search of appellant’s automobile revealed a half pint whiskey bottle, practically empty, on the floor board and an empty beer can under the front seat.

Patrolman Harrell and the two city officers were…