January 11th, 2014 by WCBC Radio
While on patrol an officer observed a vehicle being operated at a high rate of speed and unable to stay in its lane of travel. The vehicle was weaving in and out of its lane of travel. The vehicle was stopped and the operator Matthew Ernest Robinette was contacted. While talking with Robinette the officer detected a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his breath and person. He admitted to consuming beer before driving. He was asked if he would perform standardized field sobriety tests in which he agreed to do. Robinette failed the tests given and was placed under arrest. It was also determined that Robinette’s privilege to drive in the state of Maryland was currently suspended along with his vehicle registration being expired. Robinette was released to a family member after charging and processing pending trial in District Court.
Matthew Ernest Robinette Age: 27 Shawnee Arrow DR SE, Oldtown, MD.
Charge: DUI, DWI, DUI Per See, Driving Suspended, Expired Registration
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