Tampa DUI Lawyer Blog
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Eric Wright was arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of DUI after allegedly being involved in an accident involving injury in downtown Los Angeles.
Wright’s Mercedes was apparently involved in a collision with a pickup truck sometime after midnight.
According to police, Wright told them he had been drinking prior to the accident. He allegedly refused to take a Breathalyzer test.
Wright was not injured in the accident, but the driver of the pickup apparently complained of pain even though he ultimately refused treatment.
Wright was booked on a felony DUI charge because the accident involved injuries.
A felony DUI arrest can have life-altering consequences, including prison time and the loss of your driver’s license. When DUI charges involve an accident, the State must prove that you were operating your vehicle under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs or prescription medications, or any combination of the three, your driving ability was impaired by alcoholic or chemical substances and that drunk driving was the proximate cause of the accident. The Florida DUI Defense Attorneys at Whittel & Melton understand that in these situations, the stakes are very high. We often use accident reconstructionists to explore the accident site and determine if any other factors, such as road design or another driver’s error contributed to the accident in question.
Following a DUI arrest of any kind, early intervention is critical for your defense. The most important work in preparing the best possible defense usually involves early action to protect and you from the most serious charges. By engaging with the prosecution during the initial investigation, we may be able to prevent any charges from being filed against you or significantly reduce the charges which can minimize the potential punishments. Even if serious charges cannot be avoided, the Florida DUI Defense Lawyers at Whittel & Melton can provide you with an honest assessment of your case and look for realistic solutions in resolving your DUI matter.
If you or someone you know is facing a felony DUI charge anywhere in the state of Florida, contact the Florida DUI Defense Lawyers at Whittel & Melton online or call us statewide and toll-free at 1-866-608-5LAW (5529).