Crime & Safety
Groton Legislator To Enter Program That Could Dismiss DUI Charge
A lawmaker charged with DUI earlier this month is entering a diversionary program for first-time offenders, according to a report.
GROTON, CT — A judge granted State Rep. Aundré Bumgardner (D-Groton), who was charged with DUI earlier this month, entry into a diversionary program for first-time offenders, WTNH News-8 reported.
He is required to complete complete about a dozen alcohol education classes and one victim impact panel through the impaired driving intervention program. If he completes the program, the charges against him will be dismissed.
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Bumgardner was arrested March 2 and charged with reckless driving and driving under the influence.
He was taken into custody on the Gold Star Bridge and reportedly had a blood-alcohol level more than twice the legal limit.
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Bumgardner, 30, represents the 41st District, which includes Groton and Stonington. He is the assistant majority leader and serves on the Finance, Revenue & Bonding, Planning & Development, and Environment Committees.
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