Holmes Beach police arrested Anna Maria resident James Coleman, 26, July 29 on a third-degree felony charge for driving with a suspended license as a habitual traffic offender.
An officer saw a vehicle he knew was owned by Coleman, a recognized habitual traffic offender, driving eastbound in the 700 block of Manatee Avenue around 11:55 p.m.
The officer conducted a traffic stop and spoke with the driver, Coleman, whose license was suspended.
The officer arrested Coleman, who was transported to the Manatee County jail.
He was released July 30 after posting $2,500 bond.
If convicted, punishments for a third-degree felony charge include up to five years in prison, five years of probation and a fine of up to $5,000.
An arraignment had not been scheduled as of July 30.
— Ryan Paice