San Diego DUI Lawyer Blog

Titans defensive end Jevon Kearse is off the hook until January 6, 2009. Kearse was pulled over and charged with DUI on June 22, 2008 after Vanderbuilt University police spotted his sports utility vehicle weaving across a road. Kearse refused a breath test at the scene. Kearse’s attorney has told the judge that neither he nor the prosecutor have been able to see the police video of Kearse’s arrest. Results from a blood alcohol test are not known. California’s blood alcohol limit is 0.08.

Police say Kearse was speeding and swerving in his sport utility vehicle and when pulled over, Kearse had slurred speech, red eyes and alcohol on his breath. He claimed he had only had a Vodka and Red Bull and then refused the breath test. In California, drivers who refuse the chemical test can be sentenced to jail terms if they've previously been convicted of DUI.

Kearse re-signed in March with the Tennessee Titans, where he was the NFL's defensive rookie of the year in 1999, after playing for the Philadelphia Eagles previously. He has struggled with injuries and ineffectiveness in recent seasons and is expected to be a situational pass rusher this season.

Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County

In California, it is unlawful for any person under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug to drive.

If you have 0.08 percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in your blood, you will be charged with driving under the influence or DUI if apprehended. You could face a fine and jail time if convicted.

Titans’ Jevon Kearse Arrested for DUI, Fanhouse.com, June 22, 2008.

Kearse’s Hearing Postponed Until January 6, Yahoo Sports, September 30, 2008.

Related Web Resources

California DMV on driving while under the influence

California DMV: When you’re arrested for DUI