A fatal DUI crash that resulted in the death of a 9 year-old girl, by a mother who may have consumed twelve beers beforehand, according to court documents.
Karen Honeycutt who had four prior San Diego DUI convictions was arrested after driving drunk in a fatal DUI crash in January that killed her 9 year-old daughter. The suspected DUI driver had a blood alcohol level of .22 percent which is almost three times the legal limit. According to toxicology reports also found hints of marijuana in her blood. One beer was found in her vehicle and 11 more empty cans were found by authorities at her home.
The fatal Temecula DUI crash happened on January 26 on Vail Ranch Parkway when the 41 year old mother’s jeep flipped after she lost control hitting a light pole, carrying her daughter and two sons. According to more court documents, Myles, the suspected drunken driver’s 8 year old son said that his mother was drinking a beer and cursing while waiting to pick up another child.
The suspected drunken driver has been charged with second degree murder, gross vehicular manslaughter while driving under the influence of a drug and alcohol, driving with a blood alcohol level over .08 percent. Honeycutt’s license had been suspended after her 2010 San Diego DUI conviction, but after completing a DUI alcohol treatment program she was able to get her license back.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
Driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug in California is against the law.
If you have a 0.08 percent or more by weight, of alcohol in your blood, you will be charged with a DUI if apprehended. You could be facing fines and jail time if convicted.
Web Related Resources:
California DMV on California laws regarding driving while under the influence
