Washington, Jefferson and Adams were tried and convicted of treason in absentia by the British.

Andrew Jackson was imprisoned by the British during the revolutionary war. He also publicly killed a man in an illegal duel, though he was never charged.

While president, Grant was cited 3 times and then arrested in a 4th occasion for speeding.

Franklin Pierce was arrested while president for trampling an old lady with his horse.

Bush jr had a dui arrest prior to his presidency.