P.
P. v. Denning CA4/1
Opinion
Opinion
STATEMENT OF FACTS
Since this appeal challenges the revocation of probation we will not discuss the
facts of the underlying offenses. Suffice that Denning was found guilty of driving with a
blood alcohol of 0.22 and that he injured a person in the accident.
2 The factual background of the court orders and Denning's conduct are somewhat
confusing, however we will list some of them chronologically:
1. On February 28, 2011, Denning was convicted of the underlying crimes.
2. On March 29, 2011, DMV issued a driver's license to Denning, based upon a
previous application.
3. On May 2, 2011, Denning was granted probation subject to certain conditions,
including that he not violate any laws, that he surrender his license, and that he not drive
a car unless licensed and insured as required by state law.
4. On June 20, 2011, Denning requested a restricted license. Defense counsel told
the court that Denning "actually did a bench trial with a visiting judge. And his license
was reinstated by the DMV approximately a year ago, actually back in April. But when
he was sentenced the judge put a mandatory one year license suspension, which is
accurate, but ultimately he…