San Diego California criminal defense lawyers are told the student government president at San Diego State University was arrested by campus police Friday on suspicion of a San Diego DUI - driving under the influence and marijuana possession.

Mr. Poet was arrested about 3:20 a.m. on 55th Street near Remington Road, San Diego DUI lawyers are told.

As with any other student accused of breaking the law, James should be afforded due process and a chance to defend himself in court, San Diego DUI criminal defense attorneys emphasize.

The San Diego DUI arrest comes shortly after a five-week university ban on alcohol at fraternity and sorority parties. SDSU also made national news in May, when federal authorities announced the culmination of a yearlong drug sting at the university.

Poet's case will likely be turned over to SDSU's Center for Student Rights and Responsibilities for judicial review and potential disciplinary action if there are violations of the student code of conduct, according to San Diego DUI criminal defense lawyers at www.SanDiegodui.com