Britney Spears charged with DUI 2 months after arrest
USA Today • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Britney Spears has been charged with misdemeanor DUI following her March 4 arrest for allegedly driving erratically under the influence of alcohol and drugs on a Southern California highway.
- The Ventura County District Attorney's Office filed one count of driving under the influence, and Spears is scheduled for arraignment on May 4, with her attorney allowed to appear on her behalf.
- Prosecutors may offer Spears a plea deal to a "wet reckless" charge, which includes 12 months probation, DUI classes, and fines, as she has no prior DUI history and no crash or injury occurred.
- Spears voluntarily entered a treatment facility in April, and her spokesperson described the arrest as an "unfortunate incident," emphasizing the need for change and support in her life.
- Spears has two children with ex-husband Kevin Federline, and her spokesperson indicated that loved ones are working on a plan to support her well-being moving forward.
