DUI

North Myrtle Beach Police Sergeant Faces Lawsuit After Alleged DUI Crash in Surfside Beach

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SURFSIDE BEACH, S.C. – A lawsuit was initiated this Tuesday against a North Myrtle Beach police sergeant following a DUI-related vehicular incident that alarmed locals earlier this month. Sgt. Chris King and Brittany Rumola, who were alleged to be in the vehicle at the time, have become the focus of a legal battle stemming from the collision that occurred on September 7, 2023. The incident took place on Surfpine Drive and escalated when an attempted left-hand turn onto Highway 17 went catastrophically wrong. According to the lawsuit, King is accused of making the decision to … Read more

Judge Orders Former Probate Judge to Surrender Car in DUI Case, Citing Public Safety Concerns

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Waterbury, Connecticut – In a rare legal move, former probate judge Peter Mariano, who was found incapacitated in his home, has been ordered to forfeit custody of his vehicle as a condition of his release on a $150,000 bond. This directive, issued by Judge Jane Grossman, came after the prosecutor highlighted Mariano’s continuous threat to public safety due to his persistence in driving despite severe health issues. Prosecutor Maureen Platt of Waterbury State’s Attorney’s office drew a parallel between the relinquishment of Mariano’s car and gun restrictions under protective orders. “Just as firearms are often … Read more

Montana Family Champions Tighter DUI Laws Following Tragic Loss, Launches Gift Card Initiative to Encourage Sober Driving

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HELENA, Mont. — Tragedy struck the community of Columbia Falls last March when Robert “Bobby” Dewbre, a local resident, was fatally injured by a drunk driver while crossing the street. The incident, which resulted in the driver being sentenced to the maximum allowable 18 months on misdemeanor charges due to limitations under current state law, has fueled significant legislative advocacy efforts. Bobby’s mother, Beth McBride, fueled by the current legal limitations, spearheaded a grassroots movement calling for tougher DUI laws in Montana. As the executive director of the nonprofit Montana Bar Fairies, McBride and her … Read more

Man Faces DUI Charges After Fatal Multi-Vehicle Collision on Highway 36 in Lassen County

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Lassen County, CA — William Dougherty has been charged with driving under the influence following a devastating multi-vehicle collision on Highway 36 near Highway 395 early Tuesday morning. The crash, which occurred at approximately 7:47 a.m., involved multiple vehicles and resulted in at least one fatality, according to official reports from the California Highway Patrol. The investigation thus far indicates that Dougherty’s vehicle was a key factor in the multi-car pileup, prompting authorities to arrest and charge him with DUI charges as they continue to examine the specifics of the crash scene and gather testimonies … Read more