Britney Spears Arrested Over DUI Allegation in California

Published on March 5, 2026

American pop icon Britney Spears is facing fresh legal trouble after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in Ventura County, California.

Reports indicate that the 44-year-old singer was taken into custody by the California Highway Patrol on the evening of March 4, 2026, after an alleged DUI incident.

Authorities confirmed that Spears was booked in the early hours of Thursday before being released shortly afterward under a “cite and release” procedure, meaning she was not held in custody for long.

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Law enforcement records show that the pop star is scheduled to appear in court on May 4, 2026, as legal proceedings move forward.

The incident has quickly drawn widespread media attention, given Spears’ high-profile status and past legal battles, including the end of her widely publicised 13-year conservatorship in 2021.

The arrest also comes amid renewed public scrutiny of the singer’s personal life and recent business moves, including reports that she sold her music catalogue earlier this year.

As of the time of filing this report, representatives for Spears have not issued an official statement on the matter, while authorities say further details may emerge as the case progresses.

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