By Ariany Brizuela
In a hearing held this Monday in Ventura Superior Court, Britney Spears’ lawyerMichael A. Goldstein, entered a guilty plea on behalf of the singer for the position of ““reckless driving” (legally known as moist reckless).
The agreement arises after his arrest on March 4 in California for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
According to Folks magazine, Spears, 44, was not physically present in courtbut Commissioner Matthew Nemerson handed down a sentence that includes 12 months of summary probation.
Although she was sentenced to one day in jail, she was given credit for time already served during her initial arrest.. In addition, the artist must pay a fine of $571 and complete a three-month alcohol education program (30 hours of class).
A focus on mental health
As part of the agreement, Spears’ defense underscored the singer’s commitment to her recovery. Britney agreed to undergo weekly sessions with a psychologist and biweekly visits to a psychiatrist.
“Britney has accepted responsibility for her conduct and has taken significant steps to implement positive changes,” her lawyer stated after the appearance.
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko confirmed that charges were reduced because Spears has no prior DUI recordThere were no accidents or injuries during his arrest, and his blood alcohol level was low.
The support of your family
Sources close to the artist assure that her sons, Sean Preston (20) and Jayden James (19), were instrumental in her seeking volunteer help in a treatment center weeks before the hearing.
“They just want her to be healthy,” a source told the magazine. folk. For now, the singer’s vehicle will be subject to random checks by authorities to ensure that it does not transport prohibited substances.
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