Ex-Korn Drummer David Silveria -- Arrested for DUI

David Silveria -- the original drummer for the band Korn -- was arrested for DUI in Huntington Beach, CA this weekend ... TMZ has learned.

According to police records, 39-year-old Silveria -- who played with the band from 1993 to 2006 -- was arrested on Sunday at 10:45 AM. It's unclear why the musician was pulled over.

After a 5-year hiatus from the music industry, Silveria announced recently he has joined a new band called INFINIKA.

Attempts to reach David were unsuccessful.