Oklahoma Teacher Accused of Being Drunk in Class

(Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) A 48-year-old substitute teacher at Edmond Memorial High School, Charlene Banks, has been arrested for allegedly being drunk in class.

A spokesperson for Edmond Public Schools, who wouldn't appear on camera said the situation would be handled using the districts' drug and alcohol free workplace policy. That policy states being under the influence on school property is prohibited. Violation of that policy would result in disciplinary action, which may include dismissal.

"As soon as they were notified, they had her out of the classroom, into the office and into jail," said Edmond Police spokesperson, Glynda Chu.

The school resource officer says Banks admitted to drinking vodka the night before but says she stopped at 11:00 p.m. But her appearance said otherwise.

"She did have alcohol on her breath, her speech was slurred and she was walking unevenly," said Chu.

Banks was reportedly in the classroom for only a few minutes before action was taken by the administration.