Britney Spears Enters Rehab After DUI Arrest

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  • April 13, 2026 at 8:51 AM ET
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Key Takeaways

Britney Spears has voluntarily entered rehab following her arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) in March. She is scheduled to appear in court on May 4.

  • Britney Spears arrested for DUI on March 4 after erratic driving on U.S. 101
  • Voluntarily checked into a treatment facility, per representative statements
  • Court appearance scheduled for May 4 to face DUI charges
  • Chemical test results from arrest still pending

Source Claims Check

High Consensus
All 5 publishers report consistent facts across 3 key claims.
ClaimStatusReason
Arrest Date And LocationBroad AgreementArrest on March 4 in Ventura County, California.
Reason For ArrestBroad AgreementDriving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Court Appearance DateBroad AgreementCourt appearance scheduled for May 4.
Arrest Date And Location
Broad Agreement
Arrest on March 4 in Ventura County, California.
Reason For Arrest
Broad Agreement
Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Court Appearance Date
Broad Agreement
Court appearance scheduled for May 4.
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Britney Spears has voluntarily entered rehab following her arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in March, according to statements from her representatives. The pop star was taken into custody by California Highway Patrol officers after reports of erratic and high-speed driving on U.S. 101 in Ventura County.

The singer's representative described the incident as "completely inexcusable" and expressed hope that this would be a step toward positive change for Spears, who is scheduled to appear in court on May 4. Chemical test results from her arrest are still pending. According to multiple reports, Spears was released from custody early on March 5.

Spears' entry into treatment comes amidst ongoing concerns about her well-being. In recent years, she has faced public scrutiny and legal battles, including a 13-year conservatorship that ended in 2021. Her representative emphasized the need for support during this difficult time.

The pop icon rose to fame in the late '90s with hits like "Baby One More Time" and "Toxic." She has not released new music recently, stating in 2024 that she would never return to the music industry. In February, Spears sold part of her rights to her back catalogue to music publisher Primary Wave.

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