Court Watch: Man Accused of DUI Faces Trial, Despite Mental Health Issues

WOODLAND, CA – Yolo County Deputy District Attorney Aimee McLeod requested Friday that a man be remanded into custody, despite defense arguments that he suffers from serious mental health issues and is currently undergoing treatment.

The accused is charged with felony DUI and misdemeanor hit-and-run, with enhancements for prior felony convictions.

He allegedly violated the terms of his conditional release by acquiring a new case in Amador County while awaiting trial in Yolo County. Judge Catherine Hohenwarter indicated the court’s intent to remand him…

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