When being pulled over on suspicion of DUI, an Arizona DUI attorney will say that it’s best to stay calm and not do anything to erratic. It’s not a good idea to assault a police officer; as this will just get you into more trouble.
Tell that to 52-year-old Carlton Johns from Laveen. The man was arrested a few weeks ago in Mesa and was booked on charges of aggravated DUI and aggravated assault on a police officer, according to The Arizona Republic.
A Mesa police officer saw multiple empty alcohol cans and bottles inside Mr. Johns’ vehicle after he was pulled over. Police say the vehicle also had a very strong smell of alcohol. During the investigation on the night of his arrest, Mr. Johns allegedly approached an officer and attempted to strike him, which only got him into more serious trouble with the law. Police say that when Mr. Johns was being detained, he also kicked another officer in the chest.
Just how drunk was Mr. Johns? Police say that he refused to cooperate during the field sobriety tests, but agreed to take a breath test and blood test to determine his blood-alcohol level. His breath test showed a BAC level of .24, which is three times the legal limit.
Mr. Johns can face some serious penalties over this whole incident. A further investigation showed that he had been driving on a suspended license. It’s likely that he’ll need an Arizona DUI attorney with him in court to defend the charges.
Related Resources:
- Get Legal Help with a DUI (FindLaw)
- Arizona Supreme Court Ruling Makes it Easier to be Convicted of DUI (FindLaw)
- Stages of a DUI Case (FindLaw)
- Locate an Arizona DUI Attorney (FindLaw)
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