Former DA Faces DUI Charge | Bakersfield News

Former Kern County DA Ed Jagels, who served 27 years in the role, is facing a DUI charge after being arrested in June for allegedly passing out behind the wheel of his Tesla. His attorney entered a not guilty plea, and due to Jagels’ deep ties to the justice system, current DA Cynthia Zimmer recused herself, sending the case to Tulare County prosecutors to avoid conflict. Jagels reportedly admitted he “guessed he was a deuce” during sobriety tests and registered a blood alcohol level nearly double the legal limit. A time waiver delays trial to November, and Tulare officials insist he’ll be treated like any other defendant — but the case has already ignited widespread public debate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/5c464798ab6bb9d5