Driving While Suspended and Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance
On April 3, 2011 at approximately 3:30 a.m. Dfc. Meyer stopped a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe for a traffic violation. The operator was identified as Omigar Ralph Jefferies, Jr. 26 of Park Hall, Maryland. Further investigation revealed Jefferies’ privilege to operate a motor vehicle in Maryland was suspended. He was arrested for driving while suspended and transported to the St. Mary’s CountyDetentionCenter. Once at the detention center, a thorough search of Jefferies’ person and clothing was conducted per detention center policy. Jefferies was found to be in possession of a controlled dangerous substance, suspected marijuana. Jefferies was charged additionally with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of a controlled dangerous substance while in a place of confinement, i.e. the detention center and possession of contraband in a place of confinement.
