Jane McGarry DWI: NBC 5 Anchor Resigns After Pleading No Contest To DWI
Jane McGarry has officially left her position as a news anchor with NBC 5 following her decision to plead no contest to a DWI charge from May.
The Dallas Observer reports that Tom Ehlman, NBC 5 president and general manager, stated:
“We support Jane’s decision and truly thank her for her many contributions to NBC 5 throughout her long and distinguished career. We wish her the very best.”
McGarry stated of her decision to leave, after being with the station for 30 years, that:
“I want to thank the people of North Texas for inviting me into their homes for 30 wonderful years. In today’s world, 30 years is a long time to stay in any one job. I leave grateful for the wonderful career I have had at NBC 5 and am looking forward with anticipation to the next phase of my professional life.”
The Star-Telegram notes that Jane McGarry’s statement regarding her DWI notes that tests showed her blood alcohol level was 0.11 when she was pulled over by a Department of Public Safety trooper on May 6th after she failed to signal for a lane change.
She stated that, “therefore I should not have been driving.” The former NBC 5 anchor has since paid a $1,200 fine and will be on probation for 18 months, along with serving at least 40 hours of community service. In the statement, Jane McGarry stated:
“I apologize for my irresponsible behavior and am grateful that the police did their job and no one was hurt…I am deeply sorry for making such a terrible mistake and pledge it will never happen again.”
Do you think that Jane McGarry was right to step down from her position at a NBC 5 anchor, following her arrest and conviction for a DWI?
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Posted: July 12, 2012
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Jul 13, 2012
people make mistakes….. the public is very forgiving and most like the fear of retribution she decided to move on.
Jul 13, 2012
you know that forgiveness is divine and everyone is entitled to one mistake in a lifetime no one got hurt and she is truly remorseful she should just learn from this an move on!
Jul 13, 2012
resigning was kind of overkill. She could have done a lot more by STAYING at the station, and perhaps doing PSAs against drunk driving.
Jul 13, 2012
If she was a democratic senator or congresswoman. Everyone would just say that's normal behaviour. What's the big deal.
And I really have to ask. Has this effected her ability to read a teleprompter? Oh well. I don't watch NBC (National Boma Chanel) anyway.
Jul 13, 2012
she did not have to quit. she just felt bad. id know. I got a few.lol.
Jul 13, 2012
I don't think she should have had to resign….I know MORE people with DWI'S than without (I haven't gotten one but I am guilty of driving under the influence when I was younger)…She made a mistake, she's paying for it, she shouldn't have to step down.
Jul 13, 2012
The station leaned on McGarry to resign. The on-air people have morals clauses in their contracts. Also, they have reputation clauses. In other words, if you do something that brings bad publicity to the station, you can be fired.
Jul 13, 2012
what's wrong with this country for her to lose her job because she blew.11 in a breathalizer test. that's maybe four beers. it didn't interfere with her ability to do her job. hire her back she'll pay enough with fines, classes, probation and whatever eles the judge throws at her.
Jul 13, 2012
She must have had a horrible lawyer because I got a DWI and blew a.177 and all I had to do was 30 hours CS, a few classes and pay a few fines. She also shouldn't have blown unless it was a no refusal weekend then she had no choice.
Jul 13, 2012
Too bad the media don't hold them selves to the same moral and reputable standards!
Jul 13, 2012
The government and M.A.D.D. has brainwashed this country into believing getting charged with a DUI is on par with pedophilia, being an arson or some other heinous crime. Yes driving with alcohol in your system is driving impaired and not smart to do, but how many people do you see daily reading the internet on their phone, texting, or talking over a cell phone while driving? You probably do it yourself. That is also driving impaired…and severely at that. Thank God YOU didn't kill someone will doing so. Thank God YOU weren't criminally charged and had your life destroyed for doing so. Get over yourself America. People make mistakes in life. Some pay for it dearly with thier jobs and reputation and others get away with paying only a $300 fine for murdering a 30 year old pregnant Mother while driving inattentively. Google search," Texas troopers recommended felony charges against Colorado senator in fatal crash" and judge for yourself. Life is cheap in Colorado when you hold some weight in Government. I'm sure it's like that everywhere in this country. Mrs. McGarry I wish you the best of luck in the future and remember , you paid the price for your mistake, so don't ever let anyone hold it over your head for the rest of your life…
Jul 13, 2012
So right, Mark! Had it been a Republican senator or congressman we would have been talking about drugs, pill addiction, or little boys. If ya only hadn't been a typical party homer you would have been correct. Your little brain just HAD to throw democrat in there, huh?
Jul 13, 2012
I have to agree with some folks here and she shouldn't have stepped down. As a casual drinker ( 1 every 3-4 months if I am lucky ) I would hate to think that if I had a cocktail and got pulled over that my life would some how unravel. I agree with one poster who said that MADD has taken this whole thing to a level that is somewhat out of control. Apparently nobody is allowed to make 1 bad choice anymore. Instead of hammering those who have 2, 3-10, 20 DUI- we target the one who makes and error in judgement but yet- I can nearly be rear ended, T boned or run over in a driveway- by someone texting, reading their Car's computer system, putting on make up, digging in their breifcase or purse and its all just fine. Much llike cigarettes- its legal to drink but were going to either tax ths sheet out of it or fine you till the cows come home if you so much as screw up 1 time. I know people are killed by drunk drivers everyday and 90% of those killed are by repeat offenders..if you have been nabbed more than ionce in 5 years- you do have a problem with booze or judgement……..but lets be real.
Jul 13, 2012
if you know more people with DWI's than with out it shows the type of character you are. My advice get better friends and I bet you also have at least 1 dwi. Knucklehead
Jul 13, 2012
you must be another who routinely drives drunk and has received a DUI
Jul 13, 2012
BOBBYDALLAS U MUST WALK ON WATER, AND NEVER MAKES MISTAKES
Jul 13, 2012
First of all BOBBY, I work in the SERVICE INDUSTRY and unfortunately there are A LOT of people who happen to have DWI'S that I work with, SO WHAT you judgmental A-HOLE! Second, my NAME is on this post LOOK IT UP!!! No I do NOT have one NOR HAVE I EVER BEEN TO JAIL!!! So you would LOSE your BET, IDIOT!!!
Jul 13, 2012
Bobby you MUST be perfect passing JUDGMENT on everyone here the way you do!!!
Jul 13, 2012
bobbydallas BTW I didn't ask for your "advice"!
Jul 13, 2012
No, it probably didn't AFFECT her ability to read a teleprompter either; and I was unaware that channel was spelled with one "N".
Jul 13, 2012
She's a good broadcaster-I hope, since she has made restitution, that maybe WFAA or Fox4 will give her a job-if she is ostracized by the local media over this, then what hypocrites!
Jul 13, 2012
Give me a break! I've seen cops that don't use turn signals all the time. Weather it's a lane change or a right or left turn.
Jul 13, 2012
George W. Bush has 2 DWIs to his credit and still became president. Judge for yourself whether she should have been forced to resign.
Jul 13, 2012
Had s similar instance here in the Bay area recently when a morning TV weather person was fired after getting a DUI. Hers was reduced to reckless driving, and she still got fired.
Jul 13, 2012
Our legslators and city, county governments have made dui's a profit center.
Jul 13, 2012
or must have had a member of her family killed by a drunkard
Jul 13, 2012
Not to mention that by blowing is a violation of your fifth amendment rights against self incrimination. This law was created by lawyers to make money for lawyers, period. A drunk driver is not felon, but someone with bad judgement. We are all responsible for our actions, but something like this should end a 30 year career. By tyhe way. she should fire her lawyer………
Jul 13, 2012
Yes, it wasn't like she was in she school yard peddling drugs! DWI is a very SERIOUS offense I agree, but to ruin someone's life over their FIRST OFFENSE is totally wrong…In the instance of a death resulting within the offense yes, I agree, jailtime…If in the instance of Ms.McGarry and countless other people who have made this mistake if they fulfill their responsiblity to probation or whatever they are ordered to do they should be given a second chance…
Jul 13, 2012
bobbydallas, you're a pure a-hole. Diana said she had none…why the hell would she need to lie on the internet? A lot of quality people I know have DWI's too (I DO NOT). People you know probably have one as well. They wouldn't tell you since it appears you're a judgemental, opinionated dick.
Jul 13, 2012
Well said Sean…Like I said in my comment above, I have my NAME posted on here I am sure one could look me up somewhere and find out I don't have any criminal convictions of ANY kind. I am not one to judge someone who does. This guy is funny he doesn't have a picture nor has he responded to any more comments….HAHAHAHAAAAA
Jul 13, 2012
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Jul 13, 2012
Even dealing with murder charges there are levels and degrees of the offense, 1st and 2nd degree, manslaughter, etc. DUI charges has a "One size fits all" aproach in dealing with it's offenders. If you blow the minimum .08 or a .25 your life is destroyed, with some states never letting the charge be sealed or expundged from your Public record after a period of time and no further criminal offenses, even if it's only a DWAI (.05 – .08) though it will always remains on law enforcements data base in case they pull you over and your driving drunk again, which is understandable and correct. Certain felons can get their charges expundged or sealed from public record so they may find work and not need to put down the offense on a work application when asked , but not a misdomeanor DWAI or DUI?? State Governments end up punishing that person for LIFE by not allowing a 1st time offender have that opportunity. These laws are more like a modern version of a "Scarlet Red Letter" of times long ago, pasted on modern offenders like a tatoo for life…
Jul 13, 2012
Shes lucky she didn't kill an innocent person or worse kill an entire family! Her statement , I'm sorry , wouldn't bring those innocent people back! She deserves to lose that job and her lucrative salary! Irresposible Idiot! No one cares if shes a celebrity! I certainly don't!
Jul 13, 2012
So that makes it alright for her to drive drunk ? You are as stupid as she is !!!
Jul 13, 2012
What if she would have plowed into your family that night and killed one of your loved ones ? Youre an idiot just like her !!!
Jul 13, 2012
Milton, in the instance of someone losing their life, whether it's a first, second, or third offense I feel the punishment should suit the crime. This and repeat offenders are the only times I feel the law should be hammered home….That's all I'm saying. First timers I feel shouldn't be punished as harshly as repeat offenders and persons with significant criminal backgrounds.
Jul 13, 2012
Maybe she decided the station was driving her to drink and it wasn't worth the risk. Time to move on.
Jul 13, 2012
well they might as well set up a road block after a Texas rangers Game and lock up 50,000 people……
Jul 15, 2012
Looks to me like the station saw a chance to dump an aging high paid female anchor and took it!