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Former Louisville basketball star arraigned on DUI, reckless driving charges

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — A former University of Louisville basketball star, Russ Smith, was arraigned Monday.

WDRB in Louisville said Smith, 34, was not in court, but his attorney entered a not guilty plea on charges including driving under the influence and reckless driving.

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According to a police report, a detective saw a vehicle with an expired registration plate. Before the stop, Smith allegedly made an illegal U-turn from a “straight only” lane, cutting across multiple traffic lanes and a crosswalk.

After the stop, the officer noted the smell of alcohol, according to the citation. Smith allegedly admitted to having consumed two pours of bourbon, neat, before driving.

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The arrest report said Smith failed a walk-and-turn test and had a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of 0.073, while the legal limit is 0.08.

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Smith is out of jail on bond. His next court date is set for Aug. 12.

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