Oklahoma State Rep Censured for Public Drunkenness Arrest.
TL;DR
Oklahoma state representative Dean Davis was arrested for public drunkenness after refusing to leave a closed bar with friends. Davis claimed he was above the law due to his position and demanded the arresting officers call their supervisors. He was handcuffed and taken to jail despite his protests. Davis denies any wrongdoing and claims he was not drinking alcohol at the time of the arrest. This is the second time Davis has been booked since taking office in 2019, with the previous incident being a DUI. The Fraternal Order of Police has backed the arresting officer and commended his actions.
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