Britney Spears Arrested on Suspicion of DUI in Ventura County

Pop superstar Britney Spears, 44, was arrested on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Ventura County, California, on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The arrest occurred around 8:48 p.m. On Westlake Boulevard, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).

Details of the Arrest

CHP officers pulled Spears over while she was driving a BMW 430i on southbound Highway 101 near Borchard Road in Thousand Oaks. Officers reported that Spears was driving erratically and at a high rate of speed VCStar. After observing signs of impairment, officers administered a series of field sobriety tests.

Release and Court Appearance

Spears was booked into Ventura County jail and subsequently released around 3 a.m. On Thursday, March 5, 2026 CBS News. She is scheduled to appear in Ventura County Superior Court on May 4, 2026 VCStar.

Investigation and Pending Results

The CHP’s Moorpark-area office is currently investigating the incident, and the results of chemical tests are pending VCStar.

Statement from Spears’ Representative

A representative for Spears described the incident as “unfortunate” and “completely inexcusable.” The representative stated that Spears intends to comply with the law and hopes this situation will lead to positive changes in her life NBC Los Angeles, CBS News.

Background

This arrest comes five years after the termination of Spears’ conservatorship, which was overseen by her father, Jamie Spears, and ended in November 2021 VCStar. The conservatorship was established in 2008 following a period of public scrutiny regarding Spears’ well-being. Since the end of the conservatorship, Spears has largely retreated from the musical spotlight, with her most recent album, “Glory,” released in 2016 VCStar.