Legal Assistant at DPP’s Office Faces Three Traffic Offenses

Thirty-nine-year-old Michael Zuniga, a legal assistant at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, was arraigned today on three charges, following a traffic accident in Ladyville on Monday. Police suspect that Zuniga might have been drinking, which is why he didn’t provide a blood or urine sample. Because of this, he was charged with failing to provide a specimen, along with two other offenses. Zuniga pleaded not guilty and is currently out on bail for six hundred dollars. The accident occurred between miles eight and nine on the Philip Goldson Highway. Zuniga, the son of attorney Phillip Zuniga, showed up in court with visible injuries on his face, including his upper and lower lips, and was limping. His parents were there to support him, stating that he was just making sure his son was okay and that they would seek legal advice from another attorney for the next court appearance. In court, Michael Zuniga faced three traffic charges: driving without due care and attention, failing to provide a specimen, and driving without a valid driver’s license. He pleaded not guilty to all charges. His next court date is set for December third.