Mother of three arrested for DUI faces more charges; child neglect and two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.After a September arrest on a driving under the influence charge, the mother of three headed back into court on child neglect and contributing to the delinquency of a minor charges.
After several hours of being in the vehicle that their mother was passed out in two children under the age of four left the vehicle and proceeded to walk towards the school their other sibling was at. A passerby observed the two children as they were walking the white line on a very busy road. The driver turned their car around and proceeded towards the children where the driver then phoned the police for assistance.
One of the children mentioned that their mother was still in the car sleeping. The vehicle never left the driveway however, the mother was passed out do to intoxication. There were four empty wine bottles found in the vehicle by investigators. The mother was arrested on the scene and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. Charges came later relative to child neglect and two counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
After spending a day in jail the woman charged was released on $5,000.00 bail.
The state of Florida clearly states that police officers can make an immediate DUI arrest where a person who is suspected of being impaired is in physical control of a vehicle, this includes simply being sat behind the wheel with the keys in or out of the ignition.
If you or someone that you know is facing DUI charges, there is no reason to put your rights and future in jeopardy. Obtaining the legal counsel of a dedicated, aggressive and experienced lawyer is the best thing that you can do to protect yourself or someone that you love from the consequences of a DUI conviction.
When faced with a DUI charge in Miami, do not trust your case with anyone else! Contact Musca Law today for a consultation at 1-800-687-2252.
