Bengals Linebacker Rey Maualuga Arrested for DUI
Former USC linebacker Rey Maualuga was arrested over the weekend for DUI. He reportedly blew a .157 on the breathalyzer, over twice the legal limit. He was stopped after allegedly hitting a parking meter and two parked cars.
While there’s nothing particularly noteworthy about these facts, it brings up an important point. If you find yourself in the unfortunate position of ever hitting a parking meter, bus bench, or other public property, you must report the incident or face possible charges for Vehicle Code 20002 hit and run.
California Vehicle Code 20002 hit and run charges may be filed anytime you hit public property and don’t immediately report the incident to your local law enforcement agency. You don’t have to leave a note like you would if you hit private property (someone’s car, for example), but you must inform the police.
While the details surrounding Maualuga’s arrest are somewhat scarce, we do know that he was charged with DUI and reckless driving. We can assume that he was either witnessed hitting the meter and cars or that he stopped after doing so, since he wasn’t additionally charged with a hit and run.
