In a recent court session, Judge Mason presided over the case of Mister Galvan, who faced charges of improper passing. The proceedings revealed that Galvan had been in custody for 19 days following an incident on August 23, 2024, in Clayton County, Georgia. During a routine patrol, Officer Jones observed Galvan driving a white SUV recklessly, maneuvering around traffic by using the shoulder of the road.
Upon stopping Galvan, Officer Jones noted signs of impairment, including slurred speech and swaying. Galvan admitted to consuming at least six beers prior to driving and subsequently refused to participate in field sobriety tests or provide implied consent for a breathalyzer.
Mister Owen Lynch, representing Galvan, requested the court to accept a no contest plea, which waives the right to a trial and other legal protections. The state recommended a fine of $85 for the offense. However, Lynch argued for the fine to be suspended due to Galvan's time served in custody, which the judge granted, effectively concluding the matter without further penalties.