A 36-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday in the 800 block of North Carson Street for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI, according to a Carson City Sheriff’s Office booking report.
A deputy was patrolling the area of Stewart Street at around 1:21 a.m. and observed a vehicle traveling northbound. The deputy observed the vehicle turn on its right turn signal to go right on Robinson but then took a left, the report states.
The deputy observed the vehicle stop over the limit line and into the crosswalk on Robinson and Carson Street. The deputy continued behind the vehicle, which then went over the white fog line. The deputy activated their overhead lights and conducted a traffic stop in the 800 block of North Carson Street.
The deputy made contact with the driver and a passenger. While speaking with the two, the deputy detected a strong odor of alcohol coming from inside the vehicle. The deputy observed the driver’s eyes were watery and bloodshot and his speech was thick.
The deputy asked the driver if he had anything to drink. The driver made a motion with his hand, indicating a few drinks. The deputy asked the passenger and driver where they were coming from. They stated a bar, the report states. The deputy requested the driver exit the vehicle and submit to a field sobriety tests, which he complied and consented.
The driver showed signs of impairment on the tests and provided a preliminary breath test with a .160. He was arrested for suspicion of DUI. At jail he consented to an evidentiary breath test with results of .166 and .167. Bail: $1,137.
In other arrests:
— A 33-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Monday for suspicion of misdemeanor unlawful use of an inhalant for euphoria and a Department of Alternative Sentencing violation.
According to the booking report a Carson City Sheriff’s Office deputy was dispatched to the 200 block of Fairview Drive for a female who was seen “passed out” at the wheel in a parking lot.
Carson City Fire Department was also called to the scene. As a deputy arrived, paramedics were talking to the female driver. A short time later, the vehicle drove off before the deputy could make contact with the driver, the report states.
The deputy stopped and talked with fire department personnel who stated the woman was the sole occupant of the vehicle and stated she did not need any assistance, according to the report.
Two “Dust-Off” cans were located on the ground. A deputy went over and touched both cans and noticed they were each extremely cold to the touch, the report states.
Deputies were able to stop the vehicle near a parking lot and approached the vehicle. A deputy noticed the woman sitting in the driver’s seat with her head and shoulders hunched over. Deputies shined a light on the woman and noticed a “Dust-Off” can in the driver’s right hand. The woman then placed the can near the center console of the vehicle.
The arresting deputy arrived at the vehicle moments later and approached the driver and could see the woman’s sweatshirt was covered in vomit on the front and there was another Dust-Off can on the driver’s side floorboard near the woman’s feet.
The deputy had the woman step out of the vehicle, where she complied. She was then checked by fire department personnel for her physical health. The woman declined any medical treatment, the report states.
After she was released by the fire department, the deputy read the woman her Miranda warning. The woman asked if she was under arrest. The deputy explained to her that she was detained and that they wanted to ask her questions. She said she understood her rights and was willing to answer questions, the report states.
The deputy asked the woman to explain why she had “Dust-Off” can near her vehicle, in her vehicle and in her hand when deputies contacted her. She initially stated that her friend had been in her vehicle and left the cans behind. Then she stated that she might have “thought” about inhaling the cans but never did. Finally, she admitted to inhaling the “Dust-Off” cans, the report states. She explained that she is on Department of Alternative Sentencing and did not want to violate her conditions by using illicit narcotics or alcohol, however, she wanted an escape from the reality of her life.
The woman was arrested. Dispatch advised the woman is on DAS and had conditions of no alcohol, drugs or drug paraphernalia and wanted her placed on hold for violation of probation. She was booked for DAS violation and unlawful use of an inhalant for euphoria. Bail: $3,000 cash for the DAS violation.
— A 54-year-old Sparks woman and an inmate at Carson City Jail was booked for a misdemeanor outside agency warrant issued Dec. 8, 2025 out of Washoe County. No bail hold in lieu of hearing.
— A 33-year-old Dayton man was arrested Monday for a misdemeanor failure to appear warrant issued June 10, 2025 out of Carson City Justice Court. No bail hold in lieu of hearing.
— A 32-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday for suspicion of trespassing and a misdemeanor warrant issued Dec. 2, 2025 out of Carson City Justice Court. According to the report, the man had an active trespass at a casino in the 900 block of South Carson Street. The reporting party stated the man was on scene and had previously been trespassed. Deputies located the man and arrested him for trespassing and a misdemeanor warrant. Bail: $3,000 cash.
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