Santa Monica, California Lawsuit Filed Against Lindsay Lohan For 2007 DUI
Actress Lindsay Lohan is the subject of a lawsuit filed by three men in a Santa Monica, California Superior Court who were passengers in her vehicle when she was stopped and arrested for her second DUI in 2007.
The lawsuit was filed by Ronnie Blake, Jason Sutter, and Dante Nigro, and the trio are seeking unspecified damages. They claim that Lohan was angry and aggressive in her driving, causing them to feel "shock, fear, and panic at [her] surprising and sudden act" of allegedly commandeering the car to chase her personal assistant through the streets of Santa Monica. They also allege that Lohan was intoxicated and "hostile" and "endangered" the mens' lives during the "joyride." She allegedly told them, "She was a celebrity ... she could do whatever she wants."
Ed McPherson, Lohan's attorney, has called the lawsuit "absurd" and told TMZ.com, “These guys had the night of their lives.”
Lohan spent 84 minutes in jail for her second DUI.
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.
Lohan Sued Over “DUI Carjacking”, SFGate.com, October 22, 2008.
Linsday Lohan Sued by Passengers in DUI case, People.com, October 21, 2008.
Related Web Resources
California DMV on California laws regarding driving while under the influence
California DMV on what happens when you’re arrested for DUI
If you have been arrested and charged with DUI in San Diego county, then trust your case to an experienced San Diego criminal defense attorney. Attorney Victor A. Orsatti will explain your legal options during a free consultation.
