Tampa DUI Lawyer Blog
Lisa Edgar, who served 12 years on the Florida Public Service Commission before a brief stint as state parks director, was arrested Saturday on two charges each of DUI with property damage and leaving the scene of a crash with more than $50 in property damage.
According to reports, the Florida Highway Patrol troopers received a call about 11 p.m. from a motorist who said a Mercedes Benz was unable to stay in its lane on Centerville Road in Tallahassee and hit his driver’s side mirror. Troopers said they later determined the Mercedes was driven by Edgar, who lives in Tallahassee.
Reports indicate that Edgar, 53, pulled over at first and spoke to the other driver before abruptly rolling up her window and driving away. Other motorists apparently called law enforcement to say that the Mercedes was driving erratically and running people off the roadway.
Edgar resigned in February as Florida park’s director after just two months on the job, citing a family emergency. Edgar had earlier served three terms on the PSC, which regulates Florida utilities. She was appointment in 2005 by then-Florida Gov. Jeb Bush.
When an accident involves property damage or an injury or fatality, you are required to stay at the scene and assist as needed. Not doing so will result in severe consequences. This is where you need the assistance of a Florida DUI Defense Lawyer at Whittel & Melton. Depending on the unique facts of your case, we may be able to achieve a successful outcome for your case.
While you may feel that your charges are impossible beat, rest assured, nothing is impossible. Defeating a charge of DUI leaving the scene can be accomplished. Call us today at 866-608-5529 or contact us online for a free consultation. We can begin helping you right away.