The state sought a sentence of 10 years for Michael Douglas Duncan, who attempted to flee from the Ocala, Florida Police officer who tried to pull him over for operating his motorcycle while drunk. In February, he was found guilty of two third-degree felonies, one count of DUI and one count of trying to elude and resist the officer.
After his three previous convictions for driving under the influence, Duncan was labeled as a habitual felony offender and faced a potential maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. Circuit Judge David Eddy gave him the five year sentence, in addition to permanently revoking his driver's license.
Duncan pleaded with the judge, mentioning the his various losses he incurred due to incarceration, including a new home, a business, and time spent with his children. However, the judge dismissed his pleas, saying that he should have considered his children before choosing to get drunk, operate his motorcycle, and flee a Police officer.
Duncan will also have to pay a $2,500 fine in addition to court expenses. He also has to serve three more years in prison for a previous conviction for unemployment fraud.
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