DENVER – The limousine driver accused of running over the leg of a 17-year-old East High School senior on her prom night pleaded not guilty Thursday to a charge of careless driving.
Stanley Sample, 38, is charged with one count of careless driving resulting in serious bodily injury, a misdemeanor.
The charge alleges that on May 13, Sample was driving a limousine in a careless manner and caused the injuries to Molly Bloom, 17.
Bloom lost her leg because of the accident.
A trial was scheduled for Sample in February. If convicted, Sample faces up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000.
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