Britney Spears Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in Ventura County

Pop superstar Britney Spears was arrested on Wednesday night, March 4, 2026, in Ventura County, California, on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The arrest was made by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

Details of the Arrest

According to a press release from the CHP, Spears was driving a black BMW erratically at a high rate of speed on the 101 freeway. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop on Westlake Boulevard. Upon stopping, Spears reportedly showed signs of impairment and underwent field sobriety tests .

Spears was subsequently arrested and booked into the Ventura County Main Jail. She was released early Thursday morning, March 5, 2026 . The incident remains under investigation, with chemical test results pending .

Hospital Visit and Statement

TMZ reported that Spears was briefly taken to a hospital for a blood draw following her arrest .

A representative for Spears released a statement calling the incident “an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable.” The statement indicated that Spears will “take the right steps and comply with the law” and expressed hope that this could be “the first step in long overdue change” in her life, with a focus on getting the “help and support she needs during this tricky time” .

The representative also stated that Spears’s sons will be spending time with her and that her loved ones are working on a plan to support her well-being .

Court Appearance

Spears is scheduled to appear in Ventura County Superior Court on May 4, 2026 .