Aurora Superintendent: Michael Giles Jr. Arrested on DUI Charges
Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office confirmed the October 31 arrest and a $1,000 bond was set following a Monday hearing.
By Vikram Harrison ·
Aurora Public Schools Superintendent Michael Giles Jr. was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence. The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office confirmed the arrest on Tuesday.
Deputies stopped Giles around 12:49 a.m. on Saturday, October 31. The vehicle was located near the intersection of E-470 and E. Quincy Avenue. Officials said Giles failed to stay within a single lane and proceeded through a red traffic light. The officer administered standardized field sobriety tests before making the arrest. Giles has led the district since joining in July 2023.
Attorney Benjamin Hartford represented Giles in a statement released after the booking. Hartford noted that Giles understands the gravity of the situation and the concerns it raises for the school community. The attorney said Giles is treating the matter with responsibility and respect. Because the legal case is pending, neither Giles nor his counsel will discuss the specific allegations. They asked for the legal process to proceed before conclusions are drawn.
Court records show an advisement hearing took place on Monday afternoon. A judge set Giles' bond at $1,000. His legal team is scheduled to appear in court at 9 a.m. on December 15.
