Category Archives: Traffic violations

Gary Pinkel arrested for DUI

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Missouri coach Gary Pinkel arrested for DUI. Best tweet about the situation:  SEC coaches are supposed to cheat, not break the law

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Cliff Harris’ father says he has license, insurance

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The father of Oregon Ducks’ Cliff Harris claims that he has a license and insurance as you can see in this report: The father of Oregon cornerback Cliff Harris is disputing traffic citations that the cornerback received this week, saying … finish reading Cliff Harris’ father says he has license, insurance

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Oregon CB Cliff Harris arrested again

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Oregon CB Cliff Harris was suspended Monday after being pulled over for several infractions, including driving on a suspended license and driving without insurance.   This is the second major incident for Harris which was the reason for the quick suspension. … finish reading Oregon CB Cliff Harris arrested again

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Two of Ditka’s sons facing DUI charges

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Apparently being the on of the Da Coach does not exempt you from DUI laws as two of Ditka’s sons were charged recently. http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Two-sons-of-Mike-Ditka-face-DUI-charge-in-same-town.html

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Ex-Viking Senser sued in hit-and-run case

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Former Minnesota Viking tight end Joe Senser and his wife Amy have been sued following a hit-and-run accident in which a man died. According to the St. Paul Pioneer Press, the family of Anousone Phanthavong alleges that Amy Senser casued … finish reading Ex-Viking Senser sued in hit-and-run case

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Kyle Busch fined $1000, has license suspended 45 days

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Not many of us can imagine driving the speeds of NASCAR drivers on the track, but probably even fewer of us can imagine driving a $400,000 car 128 MPH on a normal road. But at the end of the day, … finish reading Kyle Busch fined $1000, has license suspended 45 days

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Britt and Talib on misconduct docket

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Now that the preseason is well under way and Commissioner Goodell has likely handled most of the pressing issues that he needed to address to get the season underway.  So with those tasks behind him, it appears that he is starting … finish reading Britt and Talib on misconduct docket

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Broncos Kicker Prater arrested for DUI, maybe with stripper

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Getting stopped for a DUI is never going to be a good thing. But when reports come out that you ran away from the scene of an accident, tried to hide out at some local hotels (possibly with a stripper), … finish reading Broncos Kicker Prater arrested for DUI, maybe with stripper

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UW-Milwaukee PG Kaylon Williams arrested for traffic offenses

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Wisconsin-Milwaukee point guard Kaylon Williams was arrested early Wednesday morning in his hometown of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on suspicion of drunken driving after he fled a traffic stop and was later taken down by a K-9 unit according to an … finish reading UW-Milwaukee PG Kaylon Williams arrested for traffic offenses

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Jalen Rose headed to jail for 20 days

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Mauri Miller

After a fifteen minute lecture, 48th District Court Judge Kimberly Small sentenced Jalen Rose to 20 days in jail for his drunken-driving crash in March. At the hearing at which Rose pleaded guilty to DWI, he admitted to drinking 6 martinis before … finish reading Jalen Rose headed to jail for 20 days

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Khabibulin accepts 30-day jail sentence

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Edmonton Oliers’ goalie Nikolai Khabibulin withdrew his appeal and accepted the 30-day jail sentenced he received in connection with his extreme drunk-driving conviction. After being sentenced last August, Khabibulin appealed the ruling with the hopes of avoiding jail time. The … finish reading Khabibulin accepts 30-day jail sentence

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Alonzo Mourning cited for leaving scene

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Mauri Miller

The Florida Highway Patrol said in a report that Alonzo Mourning will be cited for leaving the scene of an accident last week in Miami. Mourning will receive a notice to appear in court to respond to the second-degree misdemeanor of leaving … finish reading Alonzo Mourning cited for leaving scene

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Braylon Edwards pleads guilty to DWI

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Mauri Miller

As part of an agreement, Braylon Edwards pleaded guilty of DWI to resolve a case stemming from a police stop last year. While his license will be suspended for 6-months, Edwards avoided jail and probation by agreeing to pay a … finish reading Braylon Edwards pleads guilty to DWI

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NASCAR driver Annett avoids jail time for DUI

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Mauri Miller

NASCAR Nationwide Series driver Michael Annett avoided jail time after being arrested for DUI on February 6. According to the Scene Daily, Annett received a suspended 120 day jail sentence, 48 hours of community service and ordered to pay a $200 fine. … finish reading NASCAR driver Annett avoids jail time for DUI

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Former NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning sued

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Mauri Miller

To add insult to injury, Alonzo Mourning learned of a suit pending against him stemming from a recent traffic accident. According to his attorney, 21-year-old victim William Candelario suffered head injuries in the rollover crash. It is further alleged that Mourning … finish reading Former NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning sued

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Kenny Britt enters not guilty plea

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Tennessee Titans’s wide receiver Kenny Britt pleaded not guilty to three disorderly conduct charges stemming from a New Jersey arrest. After Britt entered his plea, a Hoboken Municipal Court Judge set a September 20 trial date. Britt pleaded guilty last … finish reading Kenny Britt enters not guilty plea

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Police launch investigation into car accident at Tour de France

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Mauri Miller

After a random car swerved and sent two 2011 Tour de France riders flying off the road, police are investigating the circumstances behind the incident. Jean-Pascal Violet, the public prosecutor for the town of Aurillac, said that police are interviewing … finish reading Police launch investigation into car accident at Tour de France

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Hines Ward arrested for DUI

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Pittsburgh Steelers star WR Hines Ward was arrested Saturday on drunken driving charges. Ward was book in the Dekalb County jail in Atlanta Georgia and subsequently released on $1,300 bond. Steelers spokesman Burt Lauten said the team was aware of … finish reading Hines Ward arrested for DUI

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Georgia tailback Caleb King ineligible for next season

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Coach Mark Richt announced that Georgia tailback Caleb King has been ruled academically ineligible for the 2011 season. King was expected to replace last year’s leading rusher Washaun Ealey who left the school in May after two suspensions for disciplinary reasons. Last … finish reading Georgia tailback Caleb King ineligible for next season

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Michael Beasley cited for speeding, marijuana

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Michael Beasley was ticketed for possessing marijuana and speeding in a Minneapolis suburb. Around 3 a.m. on June 26, Beasley police clocked him going 84 mph in a 65 mph zone. During the stop, the police officer found 16.2 grams … finish reading Michael Beasley cited for speeding, marijuana

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