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Ventura County Won’t Release Britney Spears’ Mugshot After DUI Arrest

Officials cite a policy limiting booking photos to violent offenses or immediate public threats.

Overview

  • Ventura County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Spears’ booking photo will remain private under its discretionary release policy.
  • California Highway Patrol stopped Spears on March 4 after reports of erratic, high‑speed driving, conducted field sobriety tests, and noted signs of impairment.
  • She was booked around 3:02 a.m. on March 5 and released roughly three hours later, with an arraignment scheduled for May 4.
  • Authorities say chemical blood test results from the arrest have not been released, and outcomes could influence charging decisions.
  • Police reportedly found pills believed to be Adderall purchased in Mexico, with forensic testing pending, while her manager called the arrest unfortunate and said she will comply with the law.