Repeat Offender Philip Erwin Arrested for DUI at 100 mph on Las Vegas Freeway

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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Court documents have revealed that a man with a history of driving under the influence (DUI) convictions is facing new charges after allegedly driving impaired at a staggering speed of 100 mph on a Las Vegas freeway.

Philip Erwin is now facing charges of DUI, driving more than 31 miles over the speed limit, and driving with a revoked license for DUI, among other charges, according to the documents.

The incident occurred on Thursday, November 16, around 1 a.m., when a Metro police officer pulled over a driver, later identified as Erwin, on the 215 Beltway near Sahara Avenue. The officer had observed Erwin’s SUV traveling at 100 mph in a 65-mph zone, as stated in the documents.

During the encounter, Erwin informed the officer that he was driving home from a local bar. Additionally, another individual was found unconscious in the front passenger seat, further raising concerns about the safety of their journey.

Upon approaching Erwin’s vehicle, the officer detected the smell of alcohol and noticed Erwin’s slurred speech. The officer also noted that Erwin displayed an unsteady gait, stumbling as he walked, as well as having glossy, watery, and bloodshot eyes, according to the documents.

A closer examination of Erwin’s record revealed that he had previously been charged with DUI on multiple occasions. In 2011, he pleaded no contest to his first DUI charge in Las Vegas Justice Court. As part of his sentence, Erwin was ordered to attend DUI school, perform community service, and pay a fine. By complying with these requirements, Erwin managed to avoid jail time.

However, Erwin found himself facing a similar charge in 2015, to which he also pleaded no contest. Once again, he was ordered to attend DUI school, perform community service, and pay a fine. Erwin successfully stayed out of trouble for three months, successfully avoiding jail yet again.

Unfortunately, Erwin’s troubles persisted, and in 2018, he pleaded no contest to another DUI charge. The court issued the same requirements of attending DUI school, performing community service, and paying a fine. Erwin managed to stay out of trouble for another three months, avoiding jail time once more.

In May of this year, police issued a summons for Erwin on a new DUI charge, classified as his first within a seven-year period. However, the summons was returned to court due to an undeliverable address. Furthermore, Erwin failed to appear for his June arraignment, resulting in a judge issuing a warrant for his arrest.

On November 16, Erwin made an appearance before a judge to address the new charges. He posted bond and is scheduled to return to court on November 30 for a warrant return hearing related to the previous DUI case.

While Erwin is now facing a charge of driving with a revoked license, it remains unclear when or if his license had been officially revoked by a judge or the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

This latest incident involving Erwin highlights the importance of strict enforcement and monitoring of individuals with a history of DUI convictions. It serves as a reminder that repeat offenders can pose a serious threat to public safety on the roads..