DUI News

 In Jacksonville, Florida, a woman who was involved in a fatal crash while driving under the influence in 2020 has pleaded guilty and received a five-year prison sentence. Ashley McLean has also been sentenced to five years of probation following her time in prison. The incident occurred in August 2020 when McLean rear-ended a vehicle on Timuquana Road, leading to a four-vehicle pile-up. Tragically, a passenger in the car that McLean struck from behind, 58-year-old Thalia Ricketts-Stoner, later passed away at the hospital. When the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) arrived at the scene, they found McLean still in her car. She told the trooper that she had no recollection of what had happened and exhibited signs of impairment, according to the FHP report. McLean was subsequently taken to a hospital where she agreed to a blood test. However, she became confrontational and departed without receiving medical treatment, as reported by authorities. Her blood test revealed the presence of alpr...

 A tragic incident unfolded on Interstate 95 last year, resulting in the loss of a 21-year-old Georgia man's life. The accident occurred shortly after a state trooper briefly stopped near a disabled classic car parked on the highway and then circled back for a better position. As the trooper was returning on the opposite side of the highway, a 48-year-old Milford woman, allegedly driving under the influence and displaying aggressive behavior while behind the wheel of a Honda Accord, collided with the disabled 1970 Plymouth Duster parked in the median. The collision caused a fire that fully engulfed the car, ultimately claiming the life of Luis Martinez from Loganville, Georgia. The driver of the Honda, now identified as 50-year-old Amy Romano, is scheduled to appear at state Superior Court in Milford on September 27. She faces multiple charges, including second-degree manslaughter with a motor vehicle, second-degree assault with a motor vehicle, operating under the influence, posse...

 In Merced, California, a horse rider found themselves in legal trouble after being apprehended for riding under the influence. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that their officers observed an individual taking a leisurely ride with Seabiscuit, accompanied by an open container of alcohol. Upon engaging in a conversation with the rider, it became evident that they were intoxicated. Subsequently, the rider was arrested for DUI. The CHP emphasizes the importance of not riding or driving under the influence. They underline that, in accordance with California Vehicle Code 21050, the rules of the road also apply to individuals operating animals on the highway.

 The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is set to conduct a DUI checkpoint near Woodland, as per an official news release. This operation will take place on the westbound side of Highway 16, east of County Road 97, in the unincorporated area of Yolo County. The checkpoint will be active from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday. Specially trained officers will be on site to identify and address impaired driving, and they will assess motorists for any suspected violations, as stated in the law enforcement and traffic agency's news release issued on Tuesday. In accordance with both state and federal regulations, California law enforcement is obligated to inform the public about upcoming sobriety checkpoints, as we previously reported. If there is suspicion that a driver may be operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, law enforcement officers have the option to use breathalyzers to measure the driver's blood alcohol concentration. It's essential to note that impaire...

Reality TV personality Corey Harrison, known as "Big Hoss" on the popular History Channel show "Pawn Stars," is facing a DUI charge following his recent arrest in Las Vegas. Harrison was pulled over by police at approximately 2 a.m. local time on a Friday. The reason for the stop was his white Ford F250 pickup, which was reportedly swerving within a bike lane. According to a police report obtained by EW (Entertainment Weekly), the arresting officer noted that Harrison's eyes seemed bloodshot, and there was a strong smell of alcohol emanating from his vehicle. On the day of his arrest, Harrison had flown to Las Vegas from Minnesota, where he was filming "Pawn Stars Do America." He was asked to perform a field sobriety test, which, as reported by TMZ, he allegedly failed. Subsequently, he was requested to undergo a breathalyzer test or provide a blood sample. Harrison consented to the breathalyzer, but the testing equipment was apparently malfunctioning,...