Paige Edward Conquest of Princess Anne, arrested 6-13-14 for driving under the influence of alcohol, and driving while impaired by alcohol. Conquest was released on signature pending court actions. Deputies investigated a suspicious vehicle that was parked in the parking area of Payne’s Carpets, Princess Anne with the engine running and headlights on. Deputies found Conquest fast asleep setting in the driver’s seat. Appearing in Somerset County District Court on Sept. 4, 2014, Conquest entered a guilty plea and received a plea deal from States Attorney Daniel W. Powell of a verdict of probation before judgment with a fine of $250, no jail time and supervised probation.

Michael W. Ward with DWI – The checkpoint began shortly after 10:00 pm and concluded at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. A total of 1347 cars were checked; the following arrests were made and tickets were issued for violations:

11 – Driving While Intoxicated arrests

2 – Outstanding Warrant arrests

19 – Tickets for Driving While License Revoked or Suspended

1 – 2nd Degree Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer arrest

1 – Ticket for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia –

The driver of the Lexus was found to be driving his vehicle under the influence of alcohol. He was also driving on a suspended license and his license had been previously suspended for DUI.