DUI Arrest for Professional Baseball's Newest Star, Joba Chamberlain
New York Yankees up and coming star pitcher Joba Chamberlain was arrested October 18 for DUI in Lancaster County, Nebraska after police pulled him over for speeding. Police reports place his blood alcohol level at 0.13, which is higher than the legal limit of 0.08 in Nebraska and California.
Chamberlain, 23, was arrested early Saturday after Nebraska state police pulled him over for speeding and then noticed an odor of alcohol in the 2006 BMW 750I. They then saw the 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.
Chamberlain was taken to a policy facility and released. Chamberlain will appear in court on December 17.
New York’s rising star pitcher Chamberlain issued an apology to the Yankees and their fans, reported Newsday.
Since his major league debut in August 2007, Chamberlain has become one of the Yankees' most popular players. He has had tremendous success on the field, and his outgoing personality attracts fans. The Yankees have plans to place Chamberlain in their pitching lineup for the 2009 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.
Joba Chamberlain Apologizes To Yankees, Fans for DUI Arrest, Newsday.com, October 19, 2008.
Yankees’ Pitcher Joba Chamberlain Arrested In Nebraska on DUI Charge, NYDailyNews.com, October 18, 2008.
Related Web Resources
California DMV on California laws regarding drunk driving
California DMV on your DUI arrest
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