A Chattooga County man was arrested on multiple charges following a traffic stop earlier this week, according to a report from the Chattooga County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies say the incident occurred on March 15 when a vehicle was spotted with an expired registration. After confirming the registration had expired earlier in the month, an officer initiated a traffic stop after the vehicle entered the Summerville area.

The driver was identified as 48-year-old Brent Wayne Hawkins.

According to the report, the officer observed signs of possible impairment, including nervous behavior and indicators that Hawkins may have been under the influence of marijuana. Deputies conducted a series of field sobriety tests, during which Hawkins reportedly showed signs of impairment.

Authorities also noted the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. During the investigation, Hawkins admitted to prior marijuana use and also told deputies he had used kratom the day before.

Hawkins was taken into custody and transported for further testing, including a blood draw, before being booked into the Chattooga County Jail.

He faces charges of DUI – Drugs and operating a motor vehicle without registration.