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Braylon Edwards DWI Case Headed for Another Delay

Posted on Jun 30, 2011

The DWI case against Jets Wide receiver Braylon Edwards is headed for a pre-trial hearing and another possible delay as prosecutors and defense lawyers work towards a possible settlement. His next court appearance is scheduled for 7/22, barring any plea agreement. Edwards missed his last court appearance due to a flight delay.

Testimony may Cause Doubt in Drunk Driving Case

There have been reports that two other Jets players,who were in the vehicle when Edwards was stopped for an equipment violation, will testify that Edwards was not drunk when he was driving. However, authorities could counter with the results of breathalyzer test that record Edwards’ blood alcohol level at twice the legal limit.

Drunk Driving Case may Harm Free Agency

The player is a free agent this year and his legal issues will harm any offer that he may get from other teams. Reports say that New York is leaning towards resigning the 28-year-old wide receiver from the Cleveland Browns after he had an altercation with someone from Lebron James’ entourage in Ohio. Edwards was placed on probation to settle this offense and this is his first DWI charge. The Cleveland Browns drafted Edwards in the first round during 2005. He was the third player picked overall after playing for the Michigan Wolverines.

Will Edwards Stay in New York?

Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez was quoted by a New Jersey newspaper saying that he wanted Edwards back for next season. However, Edwards sold his nearby digs in New Jersey, which is a sign that he may be leaving, and facing DWI charges in New York may sour him on staying in the area.

Edwards Recent Troubles

Braylon Edwards other problems with the law include:

October 2008 – driving 120 mph in a 65 mph zone
October 2009 – charged with misdemeanor assault
January 2010 – plead no contest to the charge of aggravated assault

Edwards was pulled over in September 2010 for an equipment violation in Manhattan at about 5:00 in the morning and the officer reported that he smelled alcohol in the vehicle when the wide receiver rolled down the window of his car. Two other Jets players were also in the car at the time of the stop.

Drunk Driving Charges in New York have Serious Consequences

A drunken driving conviction in New York is serious even for a first time offender. He could face up to a year in jail and an NFL imposed fine of $50,000 because of the league’s substance abuse policy.

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Most Popular DUI Arrests – See If You Can Find Your Favorite Stars?

Posted on Nov 15, 2010

DUI arrests are really making the news nowadays, but which DUI arrest are the most notable celebrities, political figure or athletes? Some are just sad; however they make us laugh also. Over the years which DUI arrest have been the most popular stories down through the decade.

Hail to the Chief!

If there is one thing you can say about drunk driving arrest is they do not seem to affect your upward mobility. Proof of this is when the top two men in charge of the country and perhaps the world, both the number one man and the number two in the white house had DUI arrest on their record. George W. Bush had one back in the boozy 70’s when a lot of driver probably did not know you could be charge with such an offense and Vice President Dick Chaney was charged in the 60s when many cars did not have seat belts yet. Can anyone remember if Teddy was ever charged for Chappaquiddick?

And the DWI Grammy Goes to …

How about a group of people that it is expected of them to get caught drinking and driving. It might even be some sort of career move thought up by their publicists. Yes, I am referring to the music industry let look at their long list:

George Michael
George Jones,
Glen Campbell
Winona Judd
Eve (Rapper)
Busta Rhymes,
Taboo (Black Eyed Peas),

Billie Jo Armstrong (Green Day),
Scott Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots)
David Grohl (Foo Fighters)
Nick Carter (Backstreet Boys)
Bobby Brown
Diana Ross

Let’s Get Ready To Stumble!

Then there are athletes that you would think would be in a gym instead of boozin “n” cruisin’:

Mike Tyson (Boxer)
Kurt Angle (WWE Superstar)
Tony La Russa (St. Loius Cardinal’s coach)
Warren Moon (Pro Football)
Tonya Harding (skater)
Steve McNair (Pro Footballer)

To be or Not to be “Where Are My Car Keys”

Then comes the thespians who throughout the year are always on the top of entertaining DWI arrest list because many times than not their arrests include colorful stories. They include:

Shannen Doherty, Rebecca De Mornay, Kirsten Storms, Vivica A. Fox, Tracey Gold, Joey Lauren Adams, Yancy Butler, Danielle Fishel, Mischa Barton, Jessica Smith, Kim Delany, Kiefer Sutherland, Ty Pennington, Mel Gibson, Nick Nolte, Mickey Rourke, Aidan Quinn, Gary Collins, Steve McQueen, Keanu Reeves, Michael Lookinland, David Hasselhoff, Kelsey Grammer, Edward Furlong, Ray Liotta, Lane Garrison.

Actors/comedians like:

Andy Dick,
Tracy Morgan
Haley Joel Osment (The 6th Sense kid, “I see drunk people”)
Jason Priestly
Jean-Claude Van Damme

are not left behind even.

Drunk Driving Cast Award

And from the ‘B’ tube the cast of “Lost” deserve special recognition with three members of the cast being cited:

Michelle Rodriguez,
Cynthia Watros and
Daniel Dae Kim

Action!

And if all of the actors and actresses above seem that the cast of the remake of “It’s a Mad Mad World”. We have a screenwriter Roger Avary and two Directors Gus Van Zant and Oliver Stone. (I would go see it).

Van Stumon Busted for Drunk Driving

Posted on Oct 05, 2010

Authorities in Fayetteville Arkansas say Arkansas fullback Van Stumon has been charged with drunken driving and other offenses after an early morning traffic stop in Fayetteville.

The Story

A police report said Stumon was pulled over about 2:20 a.m. after officers saw him make an improper turn, drive over a curb into a parking lot and park his car erratically. According to the report, Stumon failed a field sobriety test and registered 0.10 percent on a blood-alcohol test.

The Charges

Driving while intoxicated is one of several charges facing Arkansas fullback Van Stumon. In addition to driving while intoxicated (DWI), Stumon was also charged with careless driving, making an improper U-turn and making an improper lane change. He is scheduled to appear July 16 in Fayetteville District Court. His head coach Bobby Petrino is aware of the situation and is apparently handling the matter internally.

Stumon Released on Bond

The 22-year-old Stumon was arrested Saturday booked into the Washington County Jail and released later in the morning on $1,200 bond.

About Van Stumon

Stumon’s high school career information courtesy of Athletic Media Relations: Primarily a defensive end and running back in high school, the AP named him to the 2005 Arkansas Super Team and he was the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette’s state defensive player of the year. As a senior, he recorded 64 tackles with seven sacks for Coach Bryan Hutson. He also had five fumble recoveries, returning two for touchdowns, in leading his team to the state quarterfinals. He also rushed for nearly 1,000 yards. Prior to his final high school campaign, he attended Arkansas’ football camp and was named the outstanding camper. As a junior, before being double and triple-teamed, he made 106 tackles, including 32 tackles for loss. He played at both defensive end and linebacker in his junior season.

In addition, he rushed for more than 800 yards on the offensive side of the ball. He also participated in basketball and track and field in high school. He was ranked as the No. 4 prospect in Arkansas by Rivals and as the No. 9 linebacker in the nation by the same outlet. He was also a member of the Rivals250 team. Scout ranked him as the No. 8 prospect in Arkansas. Both Hawgs Illustrated and HawgSports.com rated him as the No. 3 prospect in Arkansas. He was recruited by a number of schools and chose Arkansas over Purdue, Iowa, Ole Miss and Notre Dame.

2008: Stumon made appearances in nine games in 2008 (all but Ole Miss, South Carolina, LSU). He had three tackles on the season with one against Alabama, Texas and Florida.

2007: He did not see any game action while working with the scout team defense at end.

2006: He spent his redshirt season working in the weight room and logging time on the scout team defense.

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