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Name:
Johnson, Travis Frizzell Jr
Date of Booking:
08/08/2026
Reason(s) For Booking:
DUI – DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL
DRIVING ON A DIVIDED HIGHWAY, RESTRICTED ACCESS
Officer’s Narrative:
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On 08/07/2026 at approximately 11:12pm, I (Ofc M Smith) was scanning radio traffic from Coweta County Sheriff’s Office regarding a traffic complaint that was exiting I-85 at exit 47, Newnan, GA 30265.
While scanning the traffic, DS Wilkins advised that he was behind a black Cadillac sedan that had GA tag: [REDACTED] displayed on the rear that was failing to maintain its lane and nearly caused a rear-end accident. Known to me at that time, DS Wilkins was transporting a suspect to Coweta County Jail and was unable to conduct a traffic stop at that time so I made my way to Bullsboro Dr near Millard Farmer Ind Blvd to get ahead of the vehicle as the location was being updated.
I was able to spot the vehicle as it turned onto Millard Farmer Ind Blvd from Bullsboro Dr and caught up to the vehicle as we were approaching the intersection of Calumet Pkwy. Upon approach to the intersection, I observed that the vehicle crossed both of the driver’s side tires into the gore and decided to initiate a traffic stop on the vehicle.
During the stop, I made contact with the driver, identified as Travis Johnson, and notified him of the reason for the stop. While speaking with Johnson, I noted that he had low and slow speech and glassy eyes. I asked Johnson if he had anything to drink before driving and he advised that he had not. I asked Johnson if I could do a preliminary check of his eyes and he agreed. While I was checking Johnsons eyes, I noted that he did have Nystagmus.
At that point, I had Johnson exit his vehicle for further investigation. After exiting his vehicle, I had Johnson walk to the front of my patrol vehicle when I noted that he was swaying and stumbling while walking. I asked Johnson if he would be willing to perform the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) and he agreed to do so.
I started by asking Johnson a series of medical questions to ensure he did not have any conditions that would hinder his ability to perform the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test. After ensuring he could safely perform the test, I had Johnson get into the starting position for the HGN test. I gave Johnson the instructions for the test and ensured that he understood before beginning. Before starting the test, I ensured that Johnson had Equal Pupil Size, Equal Tracking, and No Resting Nystagmus.
I then began the test and started by checking for Lack of Smooth Pursuit (present in both eyes), Distinct and Sustained Nystagmus (present in both eyes), and Onset of Nystagmus Prior to 45 Degrees (present in both eyes). After checking all of the required points of the test, I also checked Johnson for Vertical Nystagmus which was present. At the conclusion of the test, I noted 6 of the 6 possible clues of impairment. I also noted that Johnson was swaying throughout the test. After completing the HGN test, I asked Johnson if he would be willing to complete the Walk and Turn and One Leg Stand tests and he advised that he would not.
I then retrieved my Portable Breath Tester (PBT) from my vehicle. I asked Johnson if he would be willing to provide a breath sample for a preliminary breath test and he agreed to do so. I set up my PBT and explained how to provide the sample and administered the test. I made multiple attempts to collect a sample before I was able to collect a valid sample, due to Johnson blowing short bursts of air into the PBT of sucking air through the PBT. Once I was able to collect a valid sample, the PBT gave a positive result for the presence of alcohol, giving a Breath Alcohol Content (BrAC) of 0.142 G/210L.
At that time, I advised Johnson that he was being placed under arrest for DUI and placed him in handcuffs that were behind his back and double locked after checking fit. I read Georgia’s Implied Consent Notice for Suspects Age 21 Or Over and requested a breath sample, which Johnson refused to provide. I, again, read Georgia’s Implied Consent Notice for Suspects Age 21 Or Over and requested a blood sample, which Johnson refused to provide.
Johnson was placed in the rear seat of my patrol vehicle with his safety belt fastened and he was transported to Coweta County Jail. Johnson was cited for DUI- Alcohol, and Driving on Divided Highway with Restricted Access. I also completed a DDS-1205 form and retained Johnosn’s driver’s license which was submitted to be returned to the state.
After completing the necessary paperwork, Johnson was turned over to booking staff. Johnson’s vehicle was turned over to his friend by his request. The rear seat of my patrol vehicle was checked before and after transport an found to be free of any contraband.
[End of Narrative]