Dashcam footage shows Jewell Jones, a Democrat lawmaker, being arrested. (Michigan State Police)

A Michigan Lawmaker Charged With DUI, Resisting and Weapons Charges

Michigan state Rep. Jewell Jones a democratic lawmaker was charged with a DUI, resisting arrest, and weapons charges earlier this month. But newly released dashcam 

 footage shows Jones, a Democrat, being arrested after he allegedly drunkenly crashed his vehicle and arguing with police.

Troopers said Jones had no idea where he was and claimed he was going to call Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as he struggled with them, according to the police report.

Was said that Jones had a .19 blood a alcohol level and was charged with resisting and obstructing, operating a vehicle with a high blood alcohol content, operating while intoxicated, reckless driving, and possession of a weapon under the influence of alcohol.