Tony Ferguson, the former UFC interim lightweight champion, has declared his innocence in response to a misdemeanor DUI charge following an alleged road accident in Hollywood, California, in May.
The charge was officially brought forward by prosecutors during an arraignment hearing held last week, as TMZ reported. Ferguson was indicted after purportedly causing a collision with his truck in Hollywood.
Ferguson’s arrest occurred on May 7. Allegedly, he had collided with two stationary vehicles and capsized his truck near a nightclub at approximately 2 a.m. local time. According to police reports, Ferguson declined to undertake a field sobriety test, leading to his detention.
The initial police report described Ferguson as “very uncooperative” throughout the investigation process, though he didn’t sustain any injuries from the incident. He was later released on bail.
In California, a misdemeanor DUI charge typically results in a fine of up to $1,000, along with mandatory alcohol education and rehabilitation classes. Jail time is usually not imposed, especially for first-time offenders.
Should Ferguson be convicted, he is likely to be subjected to informal probation, implying he must avoid any further legal complications for a specified period.
Ferguson has yet to make a public comment on either the alleged accident or the DUI charges. Despite these legal issues, he is slated to compete in a match against Bobby Green at UFC 291 in Salt Lake City on July 29.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Tony Ferguson Misdemeanor DUI Charge
What are the charges against Tony Ferguson?
Tony Ferguson, the ex-UFC interim lightweight champion, is charged with a misdemeanor DUI following an alleged accident in Hollywood, California, in May.
What led to Tony Ferguson’s arrest?
Ferguson was arrested after reportedly crashing into two parked cars and overturning his truck near a nightclub around 2 a.m. He was taken into custody after allegedly refusing a field sobriety test.
What could be the potential consequences if Ferguson is found guilty?
If Ferguson is found guilty of a misdemeanor DUI, he could face a fine up to $1,000, mandatory alcohol rehabilitation, and education classes. He could also be put on informal probation, which implies avoiding any further legal issues during a certain period.
Has Tony Ferguson made any public comment about the incident?
As of now, Ferguson has not publicly commented on the alleged crash or the DUI charges.
Despite the legal issues, is Tony Ferguson scheduled to compete soon?
Yes, despite these charges, Ferguson is scheduled to compete in a match against Bobby Green at UFC 291 in Salt Lake City on July 29.
More about Tony Ferguson Misdemeanor DUI Charge
- TMZ report on Tony Ferguson’s DUI charge
- UFC 291 Event Information
- DUI Laws in California
- Tony Ferguson’s Professional Record
5 comments
Just can’t believe Tony got himself in this mess. Still, innocent till proven guilty right? Fingers crossed for the guy!
Hope he sorts this all out, would hate to see this affecting his career. Lookin’ forward to the fight against Green!
DUIs are serious, no matter who you are. Even champions gotta follow the rules. If he did it, he needs to face the music.
That’s not cool, Tony. If you’re drunk, just call a cab! no excuses, man!
Dude, why Tony?! Really hope he didn’t do it. But if he did… then he’s gotta face the consequences, champ or not!