People v. Bratcher

In People v. Bratcher, 165 AD2d 906 [3rd Dept 1990], lv. den. 77 NY2d 958 [1991] the Appellate Division, Third Department concluded that there was a valid arrest for driving while intoxicated where the police officer observed defendant's car weaving in its own lane and crossing over into the opposite lane of travel. Thereafter, the officer had "ample opportunity" to observe that the defendant had red, watery eyes, slurred speech, a strong odor of alcohol on his breath, a staggering walk, and a sway while standing.