Chikosi
People v. Chikosi
Opinion
Opinion
Appellant was convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 percent or more, and evading the police. He contends the trial court erred in admitting his Breathalyzer test results, because the prosecution's witnesses relied on hearsay in forming their opinions about the accuracy of those results. We find no error in this regard. Although we modify the judgment to correct an undisputed sentencing error and properly reflect the court's sentencing decision, we affirm the judgment in all other respects.
Around midnight, Tustin Police Officer Matthew Nunley noticed appellant driving through a parking lot at a high rate of speed. He shined his spotlight on appellant's car, hoping that would slow him down, but appellant sped up and made his way onto the roadway. Nunley followed, and upon seeing appellant run a red light, he activated his overhead lights and siren. In the mile-long pursuit that followed, appellant ran another red light and reached speeds of 60 to 70 mph before eventually pulling over.
When he did, Nunley stopped behind him and ordered him out of his car. Appellant was slow to comply and unsteady on his…