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Griffon Football Player Called Before the Court for DWI

Posted on Dec 22, 2011

Griffon football player called before the court for DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charges. Missouri Western football player, Benjamin Pister was cited on Sept. 19 for driving under the influence (DUI). Pister, a defensive lineman for Missouri Western State University, will be arraigned on Nov. 9 after failing to drive on the right side of the road. During the same incident, he was also cited for operating a motor vehicle without insurance.

Benjamin Pister DWI Offense

The citation occurred in Country Club Village where Pister was operating a motor vehicle under the influence and without car insurance. Pister was also arrested on Jan. 29 of last year for second-degree burglary and third-degree assault charges. According to reports, this arrest was due to a fight between a football and a baseball team. According to the complaints by the baseball team, a group of Western football players attacked them. This incident led to Pister’s arrest, where he was ordered by a municipal judge to pay $200 in fines.

Head Coach Jerry Partridge Comments on Pister’s Citation

Pister’s coach, Jerry Partridge declined to comment on his DUI citation. He just said, “Anything that happens with our kids is going to be handled in house, and I’m not going to comment on it in public,” said Jerry Partridge. So there you have it! Yet another coach refuses to talk about the inappropriate behavior displayed by his players. So we’ll just have to wait and see what happens. It is typical for coaches to have their own in-house policy for incidents like this, so hopefully it’s more than just a slap on the wrist for Pister.

Missouri Western State University’s DWI Laws

MWSU’s Athletics Department Drug and Alcohol Policy states that their athletes go through alcohol and drug abuse awareness training. The policy also states that the University will make available a training program to educate the players about the dangers of abusing drugs and alcohol. It seems that Missouri Western State University (MWSU) prides itself on promoting strict rules to deter its student-participants from abusing these dangerous substances.

What do you make of the whole incident? Do you think laws got strict for him because of his celebrity status or he got advantage of being a celebrity?

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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Teenage Drunk Drivers -What a DWI Can Do To You?

Posted on Jun 20, 2011

If you are a teenager under 21 years with a BAC of 0.02 and above, then you can be charged for DWI. This can have severe consequences and your license will be revoked. You will not be applicable for a restricted license for at least 60 days.

Statistics and Consequences of Teenage Drunk Driving

Various studies conducted on teenage drunk driving indicate a set of statistics and their consequences:

One teenager is killed every hour due to drunk driving in the US
At least 70% of teenagers have consumed alcohol before they turn 21years
Teenage drunk driving occur during night time and when in the company of their friends
75% of teenage drivers involved in a drunk driving accident while not wearing seat belts.
1/4th of motor vehicle accidents are caused due to teenage drunk driving.
Among the overall alcohol consumption, underage drinking is about 20% of the drinking population.

Effects of Teenage Drunk Driving

If you are a teenager and this is your first DWI offense, then you will have to take part in the Youthful Offender Substance Abuse Awareness in the state where you are living. It also includes a supervised educational tour to a medical center or an emergency care facility that receives vehicle accidents victims or to a morgue to receive appropriate educational material and instruction concerning damages caused by alcohol or other drugs.

Your driver’s license or operating privileges will be revoked administratively or by a court order if you are below 18 years. The revocation continues until the revocation expires or until you reach 18. If it is you first offense and if you are convicted, then your license gets suspended and you can apply for temporary restricted license.

Measures to Control Teenage Drunk Driving

Underage DWI can be risky to them as well as to others and it is very important that various measures are implemented to control teenage drunk driving like:

Parent need to guide them and are able to play a vital role in making them understand the effects of drunk driving and the consequences of DWI.
Various states have implemented harsh penalties on teenagers who involve in drinking and driving which discourage them against drunk driving.
They should be aware that it is a crime to drink when they are a teenager and below 21
Zero Tolerance law has also established in various states where teenagers below 21 years are not allowed to operate a vehicle while drunk and any alcohol found in their body can immediately lead to DWI offense
DWI laws are very strict for teenage drunk driving and parents are also subject to conviction if they have provided the alcohol to them which led to the accident
The punishments imposed on teenage drunk driving involve severe penalties like suspension of driving license, huge fines and jail term. It also requires compulsory attendance of alcohol treatment programs.

Teenage drunk driving is a serious offense and can lead to DWI with strict rules and regulations which can affect your life.

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