For the second time, a correctional officer from the Florida Department of Corrections was charged with driving under the influence (DUI).

The officer, 46 year old Christopher Eric Hudson, was arrested near Island Park Road and U.S. 41.  Hours after his arrest, he was released on pre-trial supervision.

A deputy said that he saw Hudson in a 2003 PT Cruiser speeding on U.S. 41 South.  He paced Hudson at 69 MPH in a 50 MPH zone.  When the deputy approached Hudson's vehicle, Hudson raised his hands in the air.  The deputy said that he could smell alcohol on Hudson's breath and that Hudson had bloodshot eyes.  Hudson also admitted to having a few drinks and told the deputy, "I might be a little intoxicated."

The officer asked Hudson to perform field sobriety tests and he failed three.  He refused to take a breath test.  During the deputy's investigation, he learned that Hudson was a DOC employee. 

In 1998, Hudson was convicted for DUI.  He has been employed with the DOC since May 25, 2001.

If you have been charged with multiple DUI, now is the time to speak with an Orlando criminal defense attorney.  Don't wait - contact Rivas Law Firm now!