State lawmaker charged with DWI in Kinston

KINSTON (WTVD) -- A state lawmaker has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Kinston Police said NC House Rep. George Washington Graham Jr., 67, was arrested and charged with DWI on Sunday, according to ABC affiliate WCTI.

Graham was stopped by police just before 8 p.m. at the intersection of East Lenoir and MLK Boulevard.

He was given bond of $500 and a court date was scheduled for Sept. 13.

Graham, a Democrat, represents District 12, which covers parts of Craven, Greene and Lenoir Counties.

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