Last week more than 4,000 Polk County residents lost power for over 16 hours after a suspected drunk driver collided with a main electrical transmission pole. The accident occurred around 4:15 a.m. Old Polk City Road in Polk County. Officers arrested the driver of a 2005 Honda sedan, 28-year old Luke Huber, for DUI.
Huber only suffered minor injuries as a result of the alcohol related crash, but Lakeland Electric had a major power outage to deal with. Huber damaged the internal transmission poles and circuits of a transformer. Electrical repairs are estimated between $30,000 and $40,000. A spokesperson for Lakeland Electric has stated they plan on seeking reimbursement from Huber's insurance company. Crews finally restored power around 8:40 p.m. that evening.
Florida law considers a first time DUI without bodily injury or property damage a misdemeanor offense. However, the ramifications of a DUI conviction are very serious. A first time convicted offender can expect to receive no more than 6 months behind bars, no more than a $500 fine and up to 1 year of court monitored probation. Penalties are increased if an offender possesses a blood alcohol content of .15 or higher at the time of the arrest.
If you or a loved one has been accused of an alcohol related crash, contact a reputable Polk County DUI attorney to work for you. The Polk County DUI defense lawyers of Musca Law have over 100 years of combined legal experience. No other defense team can offer the legal knowledge of Musca Law. Contact Musca Law for a free, comprehensive review of your case today.
