Former DA Arrested on DUI Charges

Former Kern County DA Ed Jagels, a longtime crime fighter and architect of California’s Three Strikes law, was arrested for DUI during the nation’s deadliest driving season — a stunning irony that’s sparking national debate. At 77, Jagels faces misdemeanor charges after testing at .08 BAC on Stockdale Highway. His arraignment is pending, and while his current successor, Cynthia Zimmer, says she’ll follow protocol for any conflict of interest, the case has already ignited questions about accountability — and whether the justice system will treat a former prosecutor like any other citizen. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/eedb8c763fa20a3e