Jay Cutler sentenced to jail after DUI plea deal

In Tennessee, former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler was involved in a DUI incident that occurred in October of the previous year. During the event, Cutler rear-ended another vehicle in Franklin, near Nashville. Police arrived at the scene and noted signs of intoxication, which included slurred speech and glassy eyes. Despite his assertions of not having consumed alcohol, he eventually admitted to drinking after officers confronted him. Cutler refused to submit to field sobriety tests, leading law enforcement to obtain a blood sample through a warrant at a local hospital. In addition to DUI, he initially faced charges for failure to exercise due care, implied consent, and possession of a handgun while under intoxication. As part of a plea deal, Cutler accepted responsibility for the DUI but saw the other charges dismissed. However, he must forfeit his handgun and pay a fine of $350. The court mandated that he serve four days in jail, which he was scheduled to report for within a month. Following his jail time, he is required to complete a DUI safety class and will be on unsupervised probation for one year. Furthermore, his driver's license has been revoked, adding to the penalties stemming from the incident. Jay Cutler’s NFL career began when he was picked by the Denver Broncos in the 2006 NFL Draft. He later played for the Chicago Bears, where he became the team's leading passer. His struggles on and off the field have been well-documented, with this legal issue marking a significant stumble after his retirement from the sport in 2017. The overall legal proceedings show not only the consequences of his actions but also the impact of celebrity status when dealing with legal issues. While Cutler is known for his achievements in football, this DUI charge paints a contrasting picture of the challenges faced by public figures when their personal lives come under scrutiny.