Chris Klein Pleads No Contest to DUI Charges
Posted on Sep 7, 2010 4:15pm PDT
This week, it was reported that repeat DUI offender, actor Chris Klein, pleaded no contest to his driving under the influence charges. On June 16th, the actor was arrested for DUI for the second time.
Klein is well-known for his work in the American Pie movies and was stopped in Los Angeles when police saw him swerving between traffic lanes on the freeway. Following his arrest, he was formally charged with driving under the influence.
Klein's plea carries a sentence of four years of probation as well as four days in jail, which he has a ready served. Additionally, Klein will participate in 18 months of alcohol education classes.
In 2005, the actor was convicted of DUI for the first time. His representative, Jaime Primak, said, "After recent events, Chris was forced to take a clear look at a problem he has been trying to deal with himself for years. He understands now that he cannot beat this disease alone."
If you have been charged with a second DUI, it is important that you hire a skilled DUI lawyer who can help you combat your charges and avoid penalties, like fines and jail time.