LA Clippers Starter Nailed for DUI on the 405
In the early morning hours of April 6, 2009, the California Highway Patrol pulled over basketball phenom Zach Randolph of the Los Angeles Clippers for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Randolph had been driving a white Rolls-Royce on the San Diego Freeway Southbound, According to the officers, he had swerved excessively in lanes, thus alerting suspicion. Although the suspect's speed (60 mph) was not excessive for the freeway, the officers noted that the suspect smelled of alcohol and appeared visibly intoxicated. Mr. Randolph was remanded to custody for DUI and released hours later after paying a bail of $5,000.
While the San Diego Freeway can get packed during the business rush-hour; at night, the 405 often devolves into a cross between a Ghost Town and a Raceway for speeding intoxicated drivers -- particularly around the time of Mr. Randolph's arrest (2:25 a.m.).
If Mr. Randolph is convicted of DUI, his license could be suspended, he could lose driving privileges, and he could be reprimanded by the NBA and by the Clippers. Moreover, he could also face fines and/or jail time. According to California law, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if your blood alcohol concentration is 0.08 or above.
DUI defendants like Mr. Randolph can encounter tremendous anxiety over the uncertainty of their legal fate. If you've been tagged with a DUI, you need solid support and reliable information to prepare for the challenges ahead, such as defending your license, defending charges at court, and recovering from substance abuse problems.
The good news is that the battle-tested team of Stephen Brodsky and Mike Fremont can help. These two attorneys have fought successfully for literally hundreds of Southern California DUI defendants. The team has unmatched experience at trial and knows the Southern California court system inside and out. To fend off charges, bolster rehab efforts, and take control of your future, connect with this ace DUI legal team today.
