In Hawaii can a person be charged with Driving if Police arrest him based on anonymous tips that person was involved in a traffic accident that hasn't been yet proved and the Truck was parked , keys in ignition but Truck not on or operating, and after searching truck compartment finds aalcohol?
Asked on 8/12/10, 6:40 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Rustam Barbee
Rustam A. Barbee, Attorney at Law
Yes, a person may be charged under the circumstances you submit. However, there would be a proof problem as to who was driving the vehicle, and possible suppression of evidence if container of alcohol was not in plain view.
Answered on 8/19/10, 6:19 pm
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