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Dear Alanis: The lead singer of Warrant was arrested last night for a misdemeanor DUI in Los Angeles.  Now, that’s ironic.

PS: Yes, that’s Bobby Brown, the ultimate Star Search spokesmodel.

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Former Prison Break star, Lane Garrison, was released from prison early this morning after serving time for vehicular manslaughter in connection with a drunk driving crash that killed 17-year-old Vahagn Setian.

[Chris Hatcher / PR Photos]

Garrison was granted early release for good behavior after serving about half of his 40 month sentence.  He is expected to report to a rehab center, which may shorten his probation period.  Let’s hope he keeps up the good behavior.  If so, Popsquire is all for comebacks and rehabilitation!

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Lindsay Lohan’s lawyer comes to the rescue!

After a weekend of speculation surrounding her arrest warrant, Lindsay is off the hook. Her attorney, Shawn Chapman Holley, made a quick appearance in court this morning to show that Lindsay was in compliance with her probation terms — namely, a requirement to attend alcohol education classes — and the judge rescinded the arrest warrant.  This is good news for Lindsay, because judges get very upset with people break probation terms.

Click here to catch up on Lindsay’s weekend.

[A. Gilbert / PR Photos]

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This one is a collision among pop culture, law, and medicine…

Dr. Jan Adams, the plastic surgeon who operated on Kanye West’s mother the day before she died, has been sentenced to one year in jail for a June 2008 DUI charge.  Yes, this seems like an unusually lengthy sentence, but it’s likely because this charge violated probation.  Judges always get angry when people violate probation!

[Janet Mayer / PR Photos]

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Jason Alexander doesn’t see dead people…

Jason, who was married to Britney Spears for 55 hours in 2004, was sentenced to jail time after failing to complete a court ordered alcohol rehabilitation program for a 2006 DUI arrest.  According to TMZ, he failed to attend court-ordered morgue appointments and will be locked up until December 9.

Like Popsquire always says, courts don’t like it when people disobey their orders or violate probation.  It’s a guaranteed ticket to jail!

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Heather Locklear was formally charged today with a misdemeanor DUI in connection with her September arrest.  According to TMZ, the Santa Barbara DA’s office states that although there was no alcohol or illegal drugs in her system, prescription drugs are to blame.

Heather likely can expect a possible punishment that looks like this: (1) up to three years of probation; (2) DUI classes; (3) driver’s license suspension; (4) monetary fines; and (5) mandatory attendance at a morgue or MADD class.

Popsquire’s Prior Posts…

Amanda Woodward’s Wild Driving

Heather L*u*cklear

The Police Report

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Kevin Jonas — 1/3 of the Jonai — turned 21 yesterday and received a $225,000 Lamborghini!

Of course, a Jonas would never do anything illegal, irresponsible, or sexual, but it’s still important to remind everyone else not to drink and drive!  Click here for a review of other celebs who are not as pure as the Jonai.

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The Heather Locklear police report has surfaced and, like a good lawyer, Popsquire is condensing the information into these highlights:

1. The so-called concerned citizen observed Heather in a Montecito parking lot “driving forwards and backwards over a pair of sunglasses and revving her engine.”
2. The citizen became concerned when Heather exited her vehicle and stumbled into the traffic lane, which prompted her to call 911.
3. When the police showed up, they found Heather “seated alone in the driver’s seat of her vehicle which was obstructing the traffic lane.”
4. Police arrested her “for suspicion of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of a controlled substance.”
5. Heather “was transported to the Santa Barbara CHP office, where she was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert, who concluded Ms. Locklear was under the influence of a controlled substance, and could not safely operate a motor vehicle.”

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It looks like it may be Heather Locklear’s lucky day!

Despite being arrested over the weekend for alleged drunk driving, TMZ has uncovered evidence indicating that Heather may have been set up.  Before you read the article below, Popsquire wants to take a minute to say he told you so — click here to read Popsquire’s prior post in which he predicted something fishy was going on…

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Prosecutors are keeping an Eagle Eye on Shia LaBeouf’s July car crash!

This time, the focus is on the two people who hit Shia’s pickup truck.  Herbert Simon and Kimberly Bent are now being charged with misdemeanors for allegedly giving police false information. According to the DA spokeswoman Jane Robison, Bent initially told police that she was the one behind the wheel at the time of the high profile crash, but officials believe that Simon was actually the one driving.

Coming up next…the DMV’s decision about Shia’s alleged failure to submit to a blood alcohol test.  If he refused, his driver’s license likely will be suspended for a year.  On the other hand, if his lawyer can show that the police did not follow proper procedures, then Shia might be La Let Go!

Popsquire will keep you posted…

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Heather Locklear was locked up over the weekend…

A “concerned citizen” called authorities on Saturday after allegedly seeing Heather drive “erratically” in a Montecito parking lot.  Police, who arrived after Heather pulled over on her own accord, originally suspected alcohol, but tests came back negative.  Since then, some reports have speculated that she was under the influence of prescription medication, but drug test results have not been released.

Popsquire’s perspective…

This seems weird.  Since when do “concerned citizens” call the police about alleged drunk drivers in a parking lot?  Popsquire worries that someone set up Heather for a photo op!

Having said that, there may not be sufficient evidence to prosecute anyway, given that the police did not witness any of Heather’s so-called erratic driving.  Plus, if Heather pulled over and stopped driving because she realized she was not in any condition to drive, then it may be a case of no harm, no foul.  Expect either a plea for a lesser offense or no charge at all.

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With another day comes more news of a celebrity DUI.  At least today’s news is about punishment!

Thomas Jane, who is married to Patricia Arquette and was arrested on suspicion of DUI in early April, pleaded no contest to DUI yesterday in Kern County, CA.  According to TMZ, he was sentenced to a year of probation, $1,700 in fines and alcohol abuse classes.

Will celebs ever learn?!?  Below is a reminder that many still have not…

Last week…

1. Eric Carmen, singer of the 80’s tune “Hungry Eyes,” was arrested in Ohio for suspicion of drunk driving.

July…

1. Shia LaBeouf was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
2. Scott Michael Foster, star of ABC Family’s “Greek,” was arrested on suspicion of DUI.

June…

1. Taylor Dane was sentenced to 24 months’ probation and ordered to pay a fine in exchange for entering a no contest plea to the lesser charge of reckless driving after being arrested for suspicion of DUI in March.

May…

1. Scott Weiland served jail time for his second DUI offense and still is required to complete an 18-month alcohol program, pay nearly $2,000 in fines, and participate in a four-year probation period.

April…

1. Angie Everheart was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
2. Despite rumors of a possible child endangerment charge, Richie Sambora was charged only with two DUI counts arising out of his March 25 DUI arrest.
3. Carmelo Anthony (Denver Nuggets forward) was arrested in Colorado on suspicion of DUI.
4. Barron Hilton (brother of Paris) pleaded no contest to DUI charges and was sentenced to (a) visit the L.A. County Morgue, (b) three years probation, and (c) one year without a driver’s license.
5. Redmond O’Neal (son of Farrah Fawcett and Ryan O’Neal) pleaded not guilty to charges of DUI, felony possession of heroin and meth.

Previously…

1. Nicole Richie: sentenced to four days…served 82 minutes.
2. Paris Hilton: sentenced to 45 days…served 22 (drama-filled) days.
3. Lindsay Lohan: sentenced to two days…served 84 minutes.
4. Michelle Rodriguez: sentenced to 180 days….served 17 days.
5. Kiefer Sutherland: sentenced to and served 48 days.
6. Rebecca DeMornay: sentenced to (1) participate in a three-month program for DUI offenders; (3) serve three years of probation; and (3) pay a $350 fine.
7. Mischa Barton: sentenced to: (1) three years probation; (2) nearly $2,000 in fines; and (3) a three-month alcohol education class.

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Nicole Richie is living the simple life!

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge determined yesterday that Nicole “in compliance” with the terms of her probation stemming from her 2006 DUI, according to E! News.  Because you are a faithful Popsquire follower, you likely remember that Nicole served 82 minutes in jail and was placed on three years’ probation after being caught driving the wrong way — and under the influence — on an L.A. freeway.

Her next court date is on calendar for February 20, 2009.  Popsquire is hopeful that Nicole will continue to do well and Take It Easy, Like Sunday Morning!

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Eric Carmen, singer of the 80’s tune “Hungry Eyes,” was arrested in Ohio yesterday for suspicion of drunk driving.  According to TMZ, he hit a fire hydrant and police found a half-empty bottle of vodka in the front seat of his car

Click here for a reminder that Carmen joins a shameful list of other celebs who have been in the news for suspected drunk driving, including Shia LaBeouf, Rebecca DeMornay, Paris Hilton, Kiefer Sutherland, and more.

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