The son of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Deodat Dulalchan has been ordered to serve 100 hours of community service on a drunk driving charge.
This means no conviction will be recorded against him.
Dale Dulalchan, 32, a plant operator, of Felicity, pleaded guilty to the charge before Chaguanas Second Court Magistrate Wendy Dougdeen-Bally.
by PC Mohammed after failing a breathalyser test with a reading of 52 microgrammes. The legal limit is 35 microgrammes.
In asking for leniency, attorney Shiva Boodoo said Dulalchan was remorseful. He said Dulalchan grew up in a strict discipline home as his father is a high ranking police officer.
Presenting testimonials from Dulalchan's employer, a church and temple, Boodoo said his client also completed an Arrive Alive programme.
If he fails to complete the community service, Dulalchan will be fined $5,000 or serve 12 months in jail.