Lori Petty famous for her roles in Point Break and A League of Their Own was arrested for DUI before being released on $100,000 bail. Lori Petty was arrested Saturday night in the Venice neighborhood of Los Angeles. According to official sources, Petty was arrested and charged with a felony DUI. It is worth mentioning in this regard that DUI becomes a felony charge when there is some sort of injury involved.
If media reports are to be believed, Lori Petty hit a 14-year-old skateboarder in California. The skateboarder was released after being treated for injuries. Law enforcement officers are still looking for circumstances responsible for the accident but indications are that a follow-up investigation will be required. The blood alcohol content level of Petty is still not been released by the Los Angeles Police Department.
Petty has recently appeared in Fox’s House and the now closed Prison Break, she is best known in Hollywood for her acting in Point Break also starring Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze. Petty has also worked with the likes of Madonna and Tom Hanks in A League of Their Own.
 These days, more and more celebrities are being charged for DWI. This is not a good sign for youngsters who treat these stars as their idol. According to experts, time has come when government have to do something regarding DWI laws. At present, focus of DWI laws is on the penalties and suspension of driving license, there is not much scope of counseling and education to the individuals that has committed DWI.
What To Do If You Are Stopped For DUI/DWI?
If you face similar situation to Lori Petty, it is advisable that you do not answer any questions that are being asked by law enforcement officials on the spot without an attorney. Do not go for any field sobriety tests as it is not going to help you in your case. To stop the suspension of your driving license, contact the DMV Driver Safety Office within ten days.
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