DUI for Popular TV News Anchor, John Boel
TV news anchor John Boel was arrested October 19 in Shelby County, Kentucky for DUI and driving with an open container of alcohol. California law stipulates that it is illegal to drive with an open container of alcohol in the vehicle. If apprehended, drivers can face license suspension and jail time, however, with a previous DUI, charges may be more serious.
A well-recognized face on WLKY-TV in the Louisville, Kentucky area, news about Boel’s arrest spread quickly. Well-known in his community and an upstanding member of a prominent church, Boel’s has borne the brunt of Louisville locals expressing their disdain. Many were surprised by the news anchor’s behavior. “What an odd thing to do. He wasn't driving after drinking. He was drinking and driving at the same time,” was a comment left on the Lousiville Courier-Journal website’s story about Boel.
Boel has worked at WLKY in Lousville for 20 years and this year, the WLKY-TV Noon and 6 p.m. anchor received his 62nd Emmy statuette. Five of those awards have come for his work as a news and sports anchor. He has also won over 70 first-place honors in A.P., S.P.J. and Murrow Awards, as well as the Eclipse Award.
All awards aside, Boel refused a breathalyzer test at the scene, and was taken to the Shelby County Jail and later released on his own recognizance. In California, drivers who refuse the chemical test can be sentenced to jail terms if they've previously been convicted of DUI.
Boel's next court date is scheduled for November 25.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
Even though a person is on television doesn't mean they are exempt from obeying the law. 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.
News Anchor Faces DUI Charge, Courier-Journal.com, October 19, 2008.
John Boel, WKLY.com, October 29, 2008.
Related Web Resources
California DMV on California laws regarding driving while under the influence
California DMV on being 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.
