Holmes Beach police arrested Bradenton resident Joseph Graves, 21, May 1 on a second-degree misdemeanor for driving under the influence of alcohol.
An officer conducted a traffic stop after observing a low-speed vehicle that was being driven recklessly. He spoke with the driver, identified as Graves, who did not have his license with him and appeared intoxicated.
The officer called for backup and another officer responded to begin a DUI investigation.
The officer asked Graves to perform field sobriety exercises, which he failed.
He arrested Graves and transported him to the HBPD for processing, where he registered results of 0.165 and 0.169 grams of alcohol per 100 grams of blood in two breath tests.
The legal limit for blood/alcohol concentration is 0.08.
The officer transported Graves to the Manatee County jail, where he was released May 3 after posting $120 bond.
If convicted, punishment for a second-degree misdemeanor includes up to 60 days in jail and a fine of up to $500.
An arraignment will be at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, June 2, at the Manatee County Judicial Center, 1051 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.
— Ryan Paice