Karen Huger is “disappointed” after her DUI conviction, and faces two years in prison!

Karen Huger is “disappointed” after her DUI conviction, and faces two years in prison!

The Real Housewives of Potomac star Karen Huger He was found guilty of multiple charges stemming from a DUI incident in March 2024. The verdict was handed down after a two-day trial in Maryland, where the jury deliberated for more than five hours before reaching its decision.

Details of the accident

On March 19, 2024, Karen61, was involved in a single-car crash in Potomac, Maryland. Reportedly, while driving a 2017 Maserati, she crossed a median, struck several street signs, and ultimately struck a tree. Law enforcement officials indicated that she was driving in an “aggressive manner” and at a high speed before the accident.

Charges and trial procedures

Following the accident, Karen He faced several charges, including driving under the influence (DUI), driving under the influence (DWI), reckless driving, and reckless driving. Additional charges included failure to control vehicle speed to avoid collision, driving with suspended registration, and failure to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles of a change of address within 30 days.

During the trial, witnesses testified regarding Karen Behavior at the scene of the accident. An EMT volunteer witnessed this Karen She refused medical treatment and appeared to stagger as she attempted to enter the ambulance. Inside the vehicle, she allegedly directed profanity toward first responders, telling them several times to “get back” and “go yourselves off.” Minutes later, she reportedly complimented one of the firefighters, saying: “You are so beautiful.”

Body camera footage presented in court showed an officer reporting Karen She “hammered” and she replied: “That’s bulls—I hate you, you know that?”

Legal representation and response

Karen Attorney A. Scott Bolden expressed disappointment with the jury’s verdict but acknowledged their decision. In a statement to the people“Although we are disappointed with the jury’s verdict, we of course respect their decision and appreciate the time they took to listen to our case,” Bolden said. He added that they are being cautious Karen The right to appeal and intends… “to fully pursue justice on her behalf.”

Judgment and possible consequences

Karen Sentencing is scheduled for January 29, 2025. While the exact penalties she faces have not been revealed, similar offenses can result in fines, license suspension and possible imprisonment. Reports indicate that she could face a prison sentence of up to two years.

Context and personal notes

Following the accident, Karen She attributed her condition to emotional distress related to the approaching Mother’s Day and the death of her mother. She recounted that she swerved to avoid a head-on collision, which led to the accident, and expressed her gratitude for surviving the accident.

Impact on ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac’

Karen Legal troubles have become a central storyline in the current season of the series The Real Housewives of Potomac. The show’s depiction of the incident and its aftermath sparked discussions among cast members and viewers alike. Giselle Bryant I noticed that Karen He may have cut back on her drinking after the incident, as evidenced by the lack of recent “drunken calls.”

As the sentencing date approaches, fans and observers await further developments Karen The legal situation and its potential impact on her role in the reality series.

The Real Housewives of Potomac It airs Sundays at 8pm EST on Bravo.

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