Joe Morgan arrested for DUI

TheOak · 09-20-2013, 05:47 PM

http://www.nola.com/crime/index.ssf/..._receiv_1.html

Pleaded not guilty? Didn't he apologize already?

He blew and failed... How in the hell?

|Mitch| · 09-20-2013, 05:50 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

Pleaded not guilty? Didn't he apologize already?

He blew and failed... How in the hell?

His attorney maybe working on a deal, P.T.I or the like...

SaintsBro · 09-20-2013, 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by |Mitch|

His attorney maybe working on a deal, P.T.I or the like...

That is what I suspect. I don't remember all the earlier details of the coverage exactly, other than he was passed out blotto, but there is a good bit of a chance for Morgan, if he has a squeaky clean prior record and is truly a first-time offender. I am all for tough laws but it's probably worth more to society to intervene and have him straighten up and fly right, give him rehabilitative services to ensure it never happens again, then it is to lock him up and throw away the key. He shouldn't get off without any repercussions, of course, but there are lots of options for a case like this, especially if Morgan is truly a first timer with no prior record of doing anything. Not guilty may just be a "place holder" plea, until something else happens.

Boutte · 09-20-2013, 05:59 PM

I blew an .06 and they arrested me anyway. I went to court and had to plea to a wreckless. What's the point of a limit if you can get arrested and convicted when you're under the limit. All the cop has to do is say it was my opinion he was impaired. (They pulled me over for a burned out tail light.)

TheOak · 09-20-2013, 07:02 PM

What is P.T.I?

He blew 20% over. I suppose Lafayette is different, M.A.D.D makes sure everyone arrested gets what's coming to them. DWIs are different, in the case of a DWI the "not guilty" would mean that his next "if he got one" would be his first... That won't fly.

Mine was 1894d so I didn't require SR22 insurance, I had to plead guilty but it was grayed out, only remaining on my criminal record, in the event I got a second within 7 years.

No one gets locked up for their first DWI once they are bailed out... There are fines, community service, AA meetings, and a period with no license.

|Mitch| · 09-20-2013, 08:14 PM

Originally Posted by TheOak

What is P.T.I?

Pre-Trial-Intervention

For some first-time offenders with no prior contact with the criminal justice system, the Office of the District Attorney offers a Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program. The program is staffed with PTI case managers who will work with first-time offenders to examine the underlying reasons for their criminal behavior. Often the first-time offender will be required to take education classes or meet with counselors to learn to how to properly deal with these underlying reasons. In addition, the offender may be subjected to random drug testing. All first time offenders are required to pay restitution to their victims as a condition of their participation in the program.

Entry into this program is solely at the discretion of the District Attorney. Offenders who are invited to participate in this program are advised that strict compliance with all program requirements must be achieved. Should the offender successfully complete the program, a certificate will be issued, and the prosecutor handling the offender’s criminal case will be advised of the successful completion. Successful completion will normally lead to dismissal of all charges.

TheOak · 09-20-2013, 08:36 PM

Originally Posted by |Mitch|

Pre-Trial-Intervention

I found that but he plead not guilty... Normally you plead guilty, then the expungement occurs.

Barry from MS · 09-20-2013, 09:20 PM

And here I thought, "Another one? Dude!" But I have learned some legal jargon, which can only make me sound smarter when I use it out of context.

The Dude · 09-20-2013, 09:25 PM

Yea I blew a .06 as well and got arrested. Attorney told me to plead not guilty and it was dismissed. Every lawyer I had for every dui I had told me to plead not guilty. Worked out for me.

exiled · 09-20-2013, 10:19 PM

If you are too drunk to drive - and pull over to sleep - do it in the passenger sear with the keys OUT of the ignition. this (should be) a minor offense.

09-20-2013, 05:50 PM	#2
\|Mitch\| 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Alexandria, La Posts: 11,303	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI Originally Posted by TheOak Pleaded not guilty? Didn't he apologize already? He blew and failed... How in the hell? His attorney maybe working on a deal, P.T.I or the like...

09-20-2013, 06:12 PM	#3
SaintsBro Site Donor Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: in line with my ridiculous CLEAR PLASTIC BAG Posts: 3,650 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI Originally Posted by \|Mitch\| His attorney maybe working on a deal, P.T.I or the like... That is what I suspect. I don't remember all the earlier details of the coverage exactly, other than he was passed out blotto, but there is a good bit of a chance for Morgan, if he has a squeaky clean prior record and is truly a first-time offender. I am all for tough laws but it's probably worth more to society to intervene and have him straighten up and fly right, give him rehabilitative services to ensure it never happens again, then it is to lock him up and throw away the key. He shouldn't get off without any repercussions, of course, but there are lots of options for a case like this, especially if Morgan is truly a first timer with no prior record of doing anything. Not guilty may just be a "place holder" plea, until something else happens.

09-20-2013, 05:59 PM	#4
Boutte Site Donor Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Belle Chasse Posts: 1,701	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI I blew an .06 and they arrested me anyway. I went to court and had to plea to a wreckless. What's the point of a limit if you can get arrested and convicted when you're under the limit. All the cop has to do is say it was my opinion he was impaired. (They pulled me over for a burned out tail light.)

09-20-2013, 07:02 PM	#5
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,047	What is P.T.I? He blew 20% over. I suppose Lafayette is different, M.A.D.D makes sure everyone arrested gets what's coming to them. DWIs are different, in the case of a DWI the "not guilty" would mean that his next "if he got one" would be his first... That won't fly. Mine was 1894d so I didn't require SR22 insurance, I had to plead guilty but it was grayed out, only remaining on my criminal record, in the event I got a second within 7 years. No one gets locked up for their first DWI once they are bailed out... There are fines, community service, AA meetings, and a period with no license.
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09-20-2013, 08:14 PM	#6
\|Mitch\| 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Alexandria, La Posts: 11,303	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI Originally Posted by TheOak What is P.T.I? Pre-Trial-Intervention For some first-time offenders with no prior contact with the criminal justice system, the Office of the District Attorney offers a Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program. The program is staffed with PTI case managers who will work with first-time offenders to examine the underlying reasons for their criminal behavior. Often the first-time offender will be required to take education classes or meet with counselors to learn to how to properly deal with these underlying reasons. In addition, the offender may be subjected to random drug testing. All first time offenders are required to pay restitution to their victims as a condition of their participation in the program. Entry into this program is solely at the discretion of the District Attorney. Offenders who are invited to participate in this program are advised that strict compliance with all program requirements must be achieved. Should the offender successfully complete the program, a certificate will be issued, and the prosecutor handling the offender’s criminal case will be advised of the successful completion. Successful completion will normally lead to dismissal of all charges.
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09-20-2013, 05:47 PM	#1
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,047	http://www.nola.com/crime/index.ssf/..._receiv_1.html Pleaded not guilty? Didn't he apologize already? He blew and failed... How in the hell?

09-20-2013, 08:36 PM	#7
TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,047	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI Originally Posted by \|Mitch\| Pre-Trial-Intervention I found that but he plead not guilty... Normally you plead guilty, then the expungement occurs.

09-20-2013, 09:20 PM	#8
Barry from MS Site Donor 2014 Join Date: May 2007 Location: TEMPO VC Okefenokee Swamp Posts: 1,985 Blog Entries: 2	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI And here I thought, "Another one? Dude!" But I have learned some legal jargon, which can only make me sound smarter when I use it out of context.

09-20-2013, 09:25 PM	#9
The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,060	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI Yea I blew a .06 as well and got arrested. Attorney told me to plead not guilty and it was dismissed. Every lawyer I had for every dui I had told me to plead not guilty. Worked out for me.
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09-20-2013, 10:19 PM	#10
exiled Site Donor Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: on the road - now based in Austin, TX Posts: 486	Re: Joe Morgan arrested for DUI If you are too drunk to drive - and pull over to sleep - do it in the passenger sear with the keys OUT of the ignition. this (should be) a minor offense. Beastmode likes this.

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