The woman has since been identified as Felicia Freeman of Baker, Florida. She had been driving her pickup truck over the weekend on Airport Road and nearly struck a sheriff official’s vehicle head-on, which forced him from the roadway. He pulled Freeman over and smelled alcohol on her breath. She was arrested for DUI and blew almost twice the legal limit.
There were two children found inside the vehicle, including a 7-year-old. The child was riding on a folding lawn chair next to the driver’s seat and was not buckled in in any way.
Freeman has also been charged with child neglect.
Okaloosa County DWI Laws
In Florida, DUI crimes happen every day on our roads, and are always taken seriously. These incidents are upheld to certain standards under the law, as defendants have been charged with risky behavior that could have led to injuries or a death in the blink of an eye. When a defendant is accused of such risky behavior, they could be facing many penalties such as up to 6 months in prison, hefty fines, and more.If you have been accused of a DWI or DUI in the Fort Walton Area and beyond, you might have questions for a dedicated and experienced criminal defense attorney in Florida. Being accused of a crime might be one of the most life-changing experiences you have ever endured and now is the time to act so that you can receive results moving forward. Call us at Musca Law for dedicated representation that you deserve at (888) 484-5057.
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