Paris Hilton Charged with Felony Cocaine Possession
Socialite Paris Hilton who was arrested in Las Vegas on August 27th has been formally charged with felony possession of a controlled substance, while her boyfriend was arrested for DUI.
Hilton’s boyfriend, Cy Waits was driving a black Cadillac Escalade on the Las Vegas Strip when he was pulled over after police supposedly smelled marijuana coming out of the vehicle. Police arrested Waits on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Hilton was taken into custody after a small bag of white powder fell out of her handbag in front of the police officer while she was taking out a tube of lip balm. When the bag that was thought to be cocaine fell out, Hilton denied that the purse was hers and that she had borrowed it from a friend. Prosecutors in Clark County have now formally charged the socialite.
Hilton will be arraigned in a Las Vegas court on October 27th. She could face up to four years in prison and a fine of $5000 if convicted of felony cocaine possession.
If you are arrested for DUI or illegal possessions in San Diego, it may be in your best interest to obtain legal council from an experienced San Diego DUI lawyer.
Driving Under the Influence in San Diego County
Driving under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug in California is against the law.
If you have a 0.08 percent or more by weight, of alcohol in your blood, you will be charged with a DUI if apprehended. You could be facing fines and jail time if convicted.
Hilton officially charged, San Diego 6 The CW, August 31,2010
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