San Diego DUI Crash Involving Teen Arrested
A 19 year-old boy was taken into custody for suspected DUI after running a red light and crashing into another vehicle on Sunday, according to Chula Vista police.
The suspected DUI driver was traveling on Palomar Street in Chula Vista when he ran a red light at Olympic Parkway and ran into another car driven by a 51 year-old woman about 4:45 a.m. After her car rolled over, police had to free her by breaking her car window.
The hurt woman was transported to a local hospital where she sustained moderate injuries from the DUI collision, according to Lt. Fritz Reber.
The suspected teenage drunk driver who had no proof of insurance was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI causing injury.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
Driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug in California is against the law.
If you have 0.08 percent or more by weight, of alcohol in your blood, you will be charged with a DUI if apprehended. You could be facing fines and jail time if convicted.
Teen Arrested Following DUI Crash, 10News.com, March 14, 2010
Web Related Resources
California DMV: guide to DUI arrest
California DMV on California laws regarding driving while under the influence
If you have been arrested for DUI in San Diego, Victor A. Orsatti, a San Diego DUI lawyer at the San Diego Law Center offers a free consultation to discuss all of your legal options for your case, providing you with the expertise needed for your legal matter.
