Lawyer speaks out after DUI conviction in Maryland

Whew! The Real Housewives of Potomac cast and crew may be talking a lot about the grande dame at their Season 9 reunion! On Wednesday (Dec. 18), a jury found Karen Huger guilty of DUI and related charges in Maryland.

Karen Huger speaks out after her DUI conviction

like I mentioned previouslycops arrested the 61-year-old woman on March 19. She reportedly avoided arrest. Officials later charged her with driving under the influence, DUI and additional charges. Although Karen Huger was not harmed in the Potomac incident, she led herself to trial. It concluded on Wednesday with convictions on five out of six charges with drink driving at the forefront, Per Fox5DC.

She was found guilty of reckless driving, but the court held her responsible for failing to control the speed of the vehicle on the highway to avoid a collision, driving a vehicle at an excessive speed and caution on the highway, driving a vehicle on the highway with a suspended sentence, and failing to notify the administration of the change of address within 30 days for each person. . Karen reportedly crashed into “multiple street signs” after crossing a median.

One day after the incident, Karen spoke to TMZ about the matter Explaining that she was crying after meeting a friend for dinner and swerved her car to avoid a head-on collision. She also claimed that the other vehicle involved left the scene. On Wednesday, December 18, her attorney, Scott Bolden, issued a statement to the people On condemnation. Bolden stated that they were “disappointed” with the verdict but “respected” the jury resolution. However, a plan is underway to appeal.

“We continue to reserve Ms. Huger’s right to appeal and intend to fully pursue justice on her behalf. We appreciate your support and prayers for Ms. Huger and her family at this time,” Bolden said.

The 61-year-old could reportedly face up to two years in prison. She will reportedly return to court after the recess on January 29, according to Fox 5 DC.

The footage shows Karen and her husband speaking to police after being stopped

Shortly after her conviction, the media published police body camera footage of her interacting with Karen Huger. Her husband Ray was also there trying to explain the incident to the cops. He told the police, “I’d rather she didn’t talk too much at this point, because she might be a little upset…” However, it appeared as if two officers continued to question Karen about the direction she was coming from. One of the officers asked her: Do you remember the accident? Karen Huger appears to be staring into the distance.

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