Local politician Vic Lineweaver is asking for forgiveness after he was arrested for DUI over the weekend.
The former Davidson County Juvenile Court Clerk is running for the Metro Council seat in District 35, representing the Bellevue area.
In an interview with News 2, Lineweaver said he is speaking publicly because “I’m not hiding. I want the public to hear my side.”
“I have made a mistake. I have regretted it, but I know I can do the job as their council representative for this great district,” he continued.
Lineweaver was arrested April 12 and charged with driving under the influence.
Lineweaver explained what happened Sunday morning around 1:15 when an officer pulled him over.
“I just got back out to help a friend of mine who was in trouble, that is a good way to put it, and I was on my way home and he (continue reading)