NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Despite completing court-ordered classes and a six-month first offender alcohol program, an accused individual was ordered during a morning hearing Wednesday, Feb. 18, to pay the remaining balance of victim restitution along with $265 in fines before his case can be formally resolved.
The accused told the court he believed all requirements were satisfied, but a newly-issued restitution notice adding to his existing fines prompted Judge Gregg L. Prickett to adjust his payment plan. Judge Prickett stated that all restitution and fines, including 40 hours of community service, must be completed in full before the case can be formally resolved.
The accused was previously charged on Oct. 8, 2024, with driving under the influence and driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or more. The accused later pleaded guilty to the charges on Feb. 18, 2025…