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Ravens' Ben Cleveland Arrested for DUI, BAC Over Double Limit

2/17/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Ben Cleveland found himself in hot water after being arrested for DUI on February 12 in Milledgeville, Georgia. Caught driving erratically, he registered a staggering BAC of .178—more than double the legal limit. Cleveland confessed to consuming 3-4 beers, now facing serious charges for DUI and lane violations.

History

Historical Context

Ben Cleveland, an offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, was arrested for DUI in Milledgeville, Georgia, on February 12, with a BAC of .178. This incident reflects a broader trend in the NFL, where player conduct issues, including DUIs, have led to stricter enforcement of the league's personal conduct policy, first established in 2006 and revised multiple times in response to high-profile cases.

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Story summary

Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Ben Cleveland found himself in hot water after being arrested for DUI on February 12 in Milledgeville, Georgia. Caught driving erratically, he registered a staggering BAC of .178—more than double the legal limit. Cleveland confessed to consuming 3-4 beers, now facing serious charges for DUI and lane violations.

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