Last month, we reported that the singer Britney Spears had been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. Spears then plead guilty to her DUI charge last week. She was subsequently sentenced to twelve months of probation.
Now, Spears is calling the drama surrounding her DUI arrest a “blessing in disguise.” This comes after she left a rehab facility in Maine.
Spears Breaks Her Silence After DUI Sentencing
Spears, 44, took to Instagram on Saturday to post a photo of herself holding a baby snake. In the caption, the “Oops I Did It Again” singer opened up about being on a “spiritual journey.”
“Went to the pet store with my kids and look at what what a beautiful baby snake this is,” Spears wrote. “Snakes are symbolic of good health, higher consciousness, and pure luck.”
“I’m so [expletive] thankful to my friends and so many new beautiful people I have met through my spiritual journey… all a blessing in disguise,” she continued. “I still have to learn how to be kind to myself and the way I speak to myself… It’s a never ending journey and sometimes I just stop, look up and say wow God I think that was you and smile on!!!!”
Spears’ DUI Arrest And Sentencing
Spears was arrested in California on Wednesday, March 4. She was then booked for allegedly driving under the influence. Records obtained by Fox News show that Spears was released the next morning at 6:07 a.m.
Spears was officially charged with DUI on Thursday, April 30. In the filing, the Ventura County District Attorney said that Spears committed the alleged misdemeanor “unlawfully, while under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, drive a vehicle.”
Spears did not appear at the Ventura Superior Court for her sentencing on Monday, May 4. Instead, she was represented by her attorney, Michael A. Goldstein.
“Through her plea today, Britney has accepted responsibility for her conduct,” Goldstein said after the hearing. “She has taken significant steps to implement positive change which is clearly reflected in the Ventura County District Attorney’s decision to reduce the charge in this case and dismiss the DUI.”
“Britney appreciates this discretion and is also grateful for the outpouring of support she has received,” he added.
Spears was sentenced to 12 months of probation and one day in jail, which was credited as time served. She was also fined $571.00. On top of that, Spears must attend a three-month DUI program, see a psychologist once a week and a psychiatrist twice a month. Her vehicle has additionally been authorized to be searched for drugs and alcohol.
Spears Heads To Rehab
Immediately after her arrest, Spears’ representative told People Magazine that it “was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable.”
“Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law and hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney’s life,” the rep said in a statement at the time. “Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time.”
“Her boys are going to be spending time with her,” the rep continued. “Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue needed plan to set her up for success for well being.”
Spears shares sons Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, with her ex-husband Kevin Federline.
Spears checked into a rehab facility in Maine immediately after her arrest. An insider told People that after the arrest, “people close to Britney encouraged her to seek treatment.”
“Her sons were a big part of getting her to rehab,” the source said. “They’ve been clear with her. They just want her to be healthy.”
“She understands the seriousness of her situation and felt this was the best step moving forward,” another insider concluded. “She’s now seeking treatment.”
This has clearly been a tumultuous time in the life of Spears. Here’s hoping that her DUI arrest really was a “blessing in disguise,” and that Spears can turn her life around.