Experts say that if Carrillo makes it to the runoff vote next November, her arrest could become a bigger issue.
Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo on Monday, Nov. 6, formally declared her intent to become a candidate for a Los Angeles City Council seat, putting to rest questions about whether the Democrat might withdraw her candidacy following
The assemblymember was booked on suspicion of DUI, according to the LAPD. Jail records show she was arrested at about 1:30 a.m. Friday and booked around 4 a.m. She was released on her own recognizance that afternoon and given a tentative court date of Dec. 1.showed Carrillo telling officers at the scene of Friday’s accident that she “sneezed and lost track” of the Audi she was driving.
Carrillo’s campaign did not issue a statement Monday. But by formally declaring her intent to run, Carrillo sent “a very strong message,” said Fernando Guerra, a political science professor and the director of the Center for the Study of Los Angeles at Loyola Marymount University. “As a public servant, I am aware that I must adhere to a higher standard that demands personal accountability for my conduct and I accept responsibility for my actions. I sincerely apologize to my family, constituents, colleagues and staff for any actions of mine that have fallen short of that expectation,” Carrillo stated, adding that she intends to seek help and support.
And while Guerra said that Carrillo’s arrest could factor in to how she places in the primary election, he did not rule her out as a serious contender. Through Sept. 30, Carrillo – who has name recognition because of her status as a state lawmaker – had For now, though, they don’t believe most voters in Council District 14 are aware of her drunk-driving arrest last Friday.“In socio-economically challenged districts, the voters are a lot more forgiving – just have a lot more to care about,” he said.. Min, who is running for California’s 47th congressional district seat, has called his decision to get behind the wheel “irresponsible” and said he accepted “full responsibility” for his actions.
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