Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District / Mar 16, 2021
John Baker vs. Director of Revenue
John Baker's driver's license was denied for ten years after his third DWI conviction. He petitioned the circuit court for reinstatement, which was granted based on the court's finding that his Michigan disorderly conduct conviction was not alcohol-related. The Director of Revenue appealed, arguing the trial court erred in its interpretation of the relevant statute. The appellate court reversed, holding that Baker's Michigan conviction for being a "disorderly person" due to intoxication in a public place constituted an "offense related to alcohol" under Missouri statute § 302.060.1(9), thereby disqualifying him from license reinstatement.