Britney Spears Arrested on Suspicion of DUI, Court Hearing Scheduled
Britney Spears, 44, was arrested in Ventura County, California, on March 4, 2026, on suspicion of driving under the influence. The pop star was released shortly after 6 a.m. The following morning, according to inmate records from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office USA Today.
Erratic Driving Led to Arrest
The California Highway Patrol reported that Spears was driving a black BMW 430i “erratically” at high speeds on the freeway before being taken into custody USA Today. Law enforcement officials too suspect she was driving under the influence of both alcohol and drugs, noting “signs of impairment” during field sobriety tests.
Statement from Spears’ Representation
A representative for Spears released a statement calling the arrest an “unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable.” The statement indicated Spears intends to “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 USA Today. The representative also mentioned that Spears’ sons will be spending time with her and that loved ones are working on a plan to support her well-being.
Upcoming Court Date
Spears is scheduled to appear in court on May 4, 2026 USA Today. This arrest occurs five years after the termination of her conservatorship in November 2021.
Recent Timeline of Events
This incident follows a history of public struggles for Spears. In 2007, she shaved her head and attacked a paparazzo with an umbrella Yahoo Entertainment. More recently, her behavior has included dancing with knives on Instagram, driving erratically, and leaving a wine bar with a champagne flute Yahoo Entertainment. Her ex-husband, Kevin Federline, also made allegations of erratic behavior and substance abuse in his 2025 memoir Yahoo Entertainment.
Medical Examination Following Arrest
Following her arrest, Spears was taken to a hospital so medical staff could draw blood to determine her blood alcohol content Economic Times.