How to resolve AdBlock issue? Samuel “the Bugler” Grossman pled guilty in Saratoga Springs City Court this morning to driving while ability impaired and a minor traffic violation.
Grossman was stopped at 1:30 a.m. by the Saratoga Springs Police Department last Friday night for speeding and failure to keep right and was found to be intoxicated—his BAC was .15 percent, nearly double the limit. He was noticeably absent from the Travers Day races because of the arrest.
Grossman, who had no prior record, will have to undergo an alcohol evaluation and comply with follow up treatment for alcohol abuse as part of the court ordered disposition. In addition, his license was suspended for six months and he will be required to attend the Department of Motor Vehicle "Drinker Driver Program" as well as attend a Victim Impact Panel where he will meet and hear from families whose lives have been shattered by drunk driving crashes and fatalities. Grossman will have to pay $555 in fines and surcharges.
Saratoga County District Attorney James Murphy III said the law must be applied evenly to everyone.
"While Sam the Bugler is a well-known figure in racing circles, this conviction shows that the law is applied equally to everyone no matter who you are,” said Murphy. “Allowing Mr. Grossman to take some time to deal with his alcohol issue is important for his health. Suspending his license and placing restrictions on his ability to drive for six months is fair and serves the interests of justice. Mr. Grossman has no prior record and was not involved in a crash. The DWAI conviction is permanently part of his record and he has been held responsible for his conduct."
