The Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog
A 40-year-old man from Joliet found himself facing several charges after reportedly resisting arrest and trying to kick police officers during a routine traffic stop last week.
According to reports, officers from the Joliet Police Department spotted the driver of a van that reportedly failed to use his turn signal. A traffic stop was initiated, and the driver pulled over without incident. After he stopped the van, instead of staying inside the vehicle, the man allegedly got out and started walking away. The officers verbally tried to get him to stop, but he reportedly completely ignored them.
Before long, the man sat down on the sidewalk and the police were able to approach him. The officers suspected that the man was under the influence of an intoxicant, and they wanted to make sure he settled down. When they tried to grab him the man pulled away and stood up.
The situation intensified, and the officers believed they would need to force him back onto the ground to get him under control. It was reported that he continued struggling while they tried to handcuff him. Eventually, they managed to get the cuffs on, but he allegedly started kicking at the officers.
When they identified him, they reported that the man was driving on a suspended license and did not have valid auto insurance. They also searched the van he was driving, and they reportedly found a pipe they believed was used for smoking drugs.
The suspect is currently facing preliminary charges for DUI – drugs, resisting arrest, and obstruction. He was also cited for driving without a valid license, failing to use a turn signal, and operating an uninsured vehicle.
If you or someone you love is suspected of a criminal offense, contact Orange County criminal defense lawyer Staycie R. Sena at (949) 477-8088 for a consultation now.