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University of Washington tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins was arrested on suspicion of a DUI this weekend.
Seferian-Jenkins was arrested near Seattle's University District late Saturday and was released from custody, reports The Seattle Times.
UW football coach Steve Sarkisian said that Seferian-Jenkins will face internal discipline. It is still not clear what criminal charges the star tight end might face.
According to unnamed police sources, officers stopped Austin Seferian-Jenkins shortly before midnight on Saturday. The football player had several passengers in his car at the time of his arrest, which may factor into possible penalties.
Generally, prosecutors will consider several factors when determining the penalties they seek for a DUI. These factors can include:
If you have been charged with a DUI, you may need the assistance of an attorney to help explain the charges you face and the possible penalties. You can get started on understanding DUI by reading FindLaw's free Guide to DUI Charges.
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