Britney Spears was arrested in March 2026 in California for suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Police had observed her driving erratically at a high speed. She was released from jail the morning after her arrest and soon after entered a treatment facility.
In May Spears was charged with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, although the specific drug was not publicly named. She was ordered to pay a fine, serve 12 months probation, and complete a three-month substance abuse program.