<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/5/1621106024386.png" alt="Gardner after his February crash -photo Shawnee Co. Detention Center" />
 <figcaption>Gardner after his February crash -photo Shawnee Co. Detention Center</figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A criminal complaint alleges lobbyist James Gardner had a blood-alcohol level more than three times the legal limit at the time of a February crash that injured his passenger. The complaint which was filed May 6 charges Gardner with aggravated battery committed while driving under the influence. It also charges the 48-year-old Gardner with a felony count of interference with a law enforcement officer and a misdemeanor count of transporting liquor in an open container. Gardner is a board member for Shawnee County’s Mission Township, where he serves as treasurer.

Kan. lobbyist charged with aggravated battery for DUI crash