[loco4pablo]

Originally Posted by Stewart Fan

So you guys think he will be fired?

Ask Scott wimmer... or whatever his name is, I can't even spell it !!

[loco4pablo]

Originally Posted by saltysenior

what else can they do???? by the way ,i know all the drivers look at this forum,so if any, or a group,need a full time designated driver and make me a decent offer, i will re-locate......the deal will end up a lot cheaper for you by a longshot...

I agree Salty, "what else can NASCAR do?" If they do nothing, they lose. If they suspend him for life they lose!

My take on this is...
1) If you want to ruin your career as a NASCAR driver. Do 1 of 2 things. 1) get yourself a DWI and 2) make a racial slur!

2) This is a shame because AJ busted his you know what to get where he is today but he blew it... Screw him!!

3) I have never gotten a DWI in my life and yes, there were times when I should have. Only Difference is... I wasn't making 3 or 4 mil a year... If I had been, trust me I would have had a $30,000 a year guy to drive me around..

4) This is a love'em or hate 'em story... The people that really like AJ will defend him as a mistake. The ones that don't will hang him... When I heard this story I wondered about Steve Wallace.. Would people be so forgiving if this happened to Steven? The end result is AJ screwed himself. Yes I will miss his quick wit and yes I will miss your wife on the pre race show but buddy you blew it and Adios... next customer please.

[Stewart Fan]

Originally Posted by loco4pablo

I agree Salty, "what else can NASCAR do?" If they do nothing, they lose. If they suspend him for life they lose!

My take on this is...
1) If you want to ruin your career as a NASCAR driver. Do 1 of 2 things. 1) get yourself a DWI and 2) make a racial slur!

2) This is a shame because AJ busted his you know what to get where he is today but he blew it... Screw him!!

3) I have never gotten a DWI in my life and yes, there were times when I should have. Only Difference is... I wasn't making 3 or 4 mil a year... If I had been, trust me I would have had a $30,000 a year guy to drive me around..

4) This is a love'em or hate 'em story... The people that really like AJ will defend him as a mistake. The ones that don't will hang him... When I heard this story I wondered about Steve Wallace.. Would people be so forgiving if this happened to Steven? The end result is AJ screwed himself. Yes I will miss his quick wit and yes I will miss your wife on the pre race show but buddy you blew it and Adios... next customer please.

I hope that he doesn't get the boot because he seems like a good guy. Just made a really REALLY bad decision.

[boplenty]

Originally Posted by Stewart Fan

So you guys think he will be fired?

If he is convicted, I don't think RPM or NASCAR has a choice. They have to be politically correct and fire him. There's too much pressure out there from sponsors, special interest groups etc. My feeling is he won't be convicted. 'Will probably get sentenced with a lesser charge if that is possible in NC.

You still have to wonder what he was thinking. Some of us know it doesn't take much to blow an .08 but like another member said...when you are in this profession you are putting your career at risk.

'DEGA....TIME FOR A SHAKE-UP IN THE "CHASE"!

[loco4pablo]

Originally Posted by boplenty

If he is convicted, I don't think RPM or NASCAR has a choice. They have to be politically correct and fire him. There's too much pressure out there from sponsors, special interest groups etc. My feeling is he won't be convicted. 'Will probably get sentenced with a lesser charge if that is possible in NC.

You still have to wonder what he was thinking. Some of us know it doesn't take much to blow an .08 but like another member said...when you are in this profession you are putting your career at risk.

'DEGA....TIME FOR A SHAKE-UP IN THE "CHASE"!

I agree, nothing will happen until he goes to court, he'll probably get off once he buys the city of Morresville a new fire truck or something.
If he is found guilty then he will be out of a job for sure. Heck he will probably be out at RPM regardless.

Can someone explain how this works. They say .08 is the legal limit, then if AJ blew a .08 wouldn't he be legal? I mean he is at the limit not over...I just don't understand it.

[Bob Tanner]

These guys drive for a living. Professional truck drivers drive for a living. Why shouldn't therse guys be treated the same as CDL drivers?
For those who aren't familiar with CDL's (Commercial Drivers License _Classes A, B and C) here is a simple synopsis of how a DUI affects them (Note that all this applies to a driver whether he's driving a commercial vehicle or his own POV):

CDL and DUI Offenses If you have a Commercial Driver’s License or CDL and are charged or convicted with a DUI, you may have a lot of questions about how your status will be affected both legally and professionally. A DUI can have a big impact on your ability to work.

Applying for a CDL with a DUI Conviction The CDL law varies from state to state. It may be possible for you to get a CDL if you have a DUI conviction, but it will probably have to be at least 3 years old for you to successfully obtain a CDL after a DUI.

Confiscation of Your CDL When you’re pulled over and arrested for a DUI, the police will probably take away your CDL and give you a temporary permit for driving. Once this happens, it’s as if you no longer have a CDL . Once you’ve been given the temporary permit for a DUI, you won’t be allowed to drive your commercial vehicle – even if that’s what you were driving when you were pulled over. Someone else will have to take over driving the vehicle if you’re charged with a DUI.

Can I get a CDL Temporary Permit While My Case is Pending?While you can be given a temporary permit to drive after a DUI, it won’t apply to commercial vehicles. If your CDL license has been taken away after a DUI arrest, you won’t be able to get a temporary CDL permit.

After Convicted of a DUI, Can I Get My CDL Back?In most cases you’ll be able to get a reinstated CDL after a DUI conviction. If you were driving a non-commercial vehicle when you committed the DUI, you can usually get a CDL within a few months. If you were driving a commercial vehicle when it happened, you’ll probably have to wait at least a year before it’s reinstated. This only applies to a first DUI conviction. If you’ve been convicted of a second DUI, you’ll no longer be able to obtain a CDL license.

Is the blood alcohol level the same for a CDL driver DUI?When you’re operating a commercial vehicle, the legal BAL or blood alcohol level for DUI is often lower than for driving a non-commercial vehicle. In most states, a BAC higher than .04 is grounds for a DUI charge as opposed to the .08 limit for non-commercial drivers. Many people think that by refusing a BAC test at the time of your DUI arrest, you can avoid the loss of your CDL license. However, by refusing to take any tests after DUI arrest you automatically forfeit your CDL license for one year in most states.


Is it time for NA__AR to consider adopting a stricter policy for their drivers and team members when it comes to alcohol-related driving offenses?

[nascaraddict]

He'll probably be shown the door. Then next year be picked up by a Nationwide team. Then the year after go back to Sprint Cup.

That's NA_CAR D.U.I. redemption 101.

[Lefturn]

Stupid stupid stupid!

I do give him credit for taking ownership it. Hopefully it doesn't affect his career, but I suspect it will.

[loco4pablo]

Originally Posted by nascaraddict

He'll probably be shown the door. Then next year be picked up by a Nationwide team. Then the year after go back to Sprint Cup.

That's NA_CAR D.U.I. redemption 101.

Have to agree with you there.... He more then likely will be let go at seasons end with or without a conviction. A corporation will not want to deal with this.
Best Buy doesn't want MADD picketing their stores or have anything to do with this.

[oncea3fan]

I hope they use him has a campian example, keep him driving and use his name power to promote awearness.
this could work out good for all involved.

I likke AJ, hope things work out for him , glad he manned up a took responsiblity for his actions, and didn't try to twist the story.

[loco4pablo]

Originally Posted by oncea3fan

I hope they use him has a campian example, keep him driving and use his name power to promote awearness.
this could work out good for all involved.

I likke AJ, hope things work out for him , glad he manned up a took responsiblity for his actions, and didn't try to twist the story.

What name power?? I seriously doubt this will work out good for anyone involved.
Of course he took responsibility who else could he blame? The story twisting comes around Dec. 18th after the check AJ stroked to the lawyers clears

[thunderfoot]

Simple solution.

DONT DRINK AND DRIVE

[loco4pablo]

Originally Posted by thunderfoot

Simple solution.

DONT DRINK AND DRIVE

especially if you make a living driving cars!

wonder if AJ got to pee in a cup when he arrived at talladega

[jay1594]

Originally Posted by jks812

This will be a shock to some, but I don't agree with this. It had nothing to do with Nascar and they shouldn't put him on probation for it. There have been other drivers get in trouble and Nascar didn't put them on probation.

I agree completely ! It had nothing to do with Nascar! What he does in his personal life, and what he does on the racetrack are two different things. I guess this is why being a celebrity sucks completely. The money isnt worth it !

[HendrickMoto]

Originally Posted by Stewart Fan

So you guys think he will be fired?

If his license is suspended, RPM will not wait. In fact, I think Mears would be a good candidate for the #43 team. I think it is a shame. Dinger was doing well for running at that mess of a team. He is doing better than his team mates (other than Khane) in points, and has had some strong runs.