Shannon Beador, star of The Real Housewives of Orange County, has been sentenced to three years of probation following her recent DUI hit and run incident.
In addition to probation, Beador is also required to complete 40 hours of community service.
She accepted a plea offer from a judge which allows her to plead no contest to two misdemeanor DUI charges in exchange for the dismissal of a misdemeanor hit and run charge.
Last month, Beador was charged by the Orange County District Attorney with driving under the influence of alcohol and driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level higher than .08%.
#ShannonBeador has been sentenced to 3 years probation + 40 hours community service & a 9 month alcohol program in her DUI case. 🍊 #RHOC pic.twitter.com/StM5vSRpKU
— jay (@JaysRealityBlog) November 2, 2023
According to reports, Beador was arrested at 1:17 a.m. on September 17 after leaving the scene of a collision that caused property damage, as stated by the Newport Beach Police Department. She was booked for hit-and-run and DUI alcohol misdemeanors and was later released on a citation.
At the time, Beador’s attorney, Michael Fell, expressed her remorse and apologized for her actions. He stated, “She is extremely apologetic and remorseful. We will be awaiting the official information on this case as it becomes available, and Shannon is prepared to accept full responsibility for her actions.”
FAQ
1. What charges were Shannon Beador convicted of?
Shannon Beador was convicted of two misdemeanor DUI charges and had a misdemeanor hit and run charge dismissed.
2. How long is Shannon Beador on probation?
Shannon Beador is on probation for three years.
3. What other requirements were imposed on Shannon Beador?
In addition to probation, Shannon Beador was ordered to complete 40 hours of community service.
Conclusion
Reality star Shannon Beador, known for her role in The Real Housewives of Orange County, has been sentenced to three years of probation and 40 hours of community service for her recent DUI hit and run incident. She accepted a plea deal in order to have a hit and run charge dismissed. Beador’s attorney expressed remorse on her behalf and stated her willingness to accept responsibility for her actions. The sentence serves as a reminder of the legal consequences that come with driving under the influence.