MONTPELIER — Vermont State Auditor Tom Salmon says he will plead guilty to a driving under the influence of alcohol charge, and he’s apologizing to Vermonters for his actions.

In an unusual news conference Friday in Montpelier, Salmon acknowledged some previous financial problems dating to 2002, which were recently revealed by the weekly newspaper Seven Days. At that time, he was sued for not repaying debts.

Salmon, the son of former governor Thomas Salmon, was cited for DUI Nov. 13 after being pulled over for failing to use a turn signal in Montpelier. He had a blood-alcohol content of .086, just over the legal limit for drivers. He has a Dec. 3 court date to answer the charge.

He says he plans to seek re-election as auditor.