Britney Spears’ first husband Jason Alexander is coming to her defense in the wake of her DUI arrest.
Posting via his Instagram account on Thursday, March 5, Alexander who was married to Spears, 44, for 55 hours in January 2004, urged everyone to “slow down” when discussing the pop star’s most recent run-in with the law.
“If reports are accurate that she blew a .06, that’s below the legal limit in most states. And if the only substances in her system were legally prescribed medications, that changes the narrative completely,” Alexander, 44, wrote.
He continued, “At most, what’s being discussed right now could potentially amount to minor misdemeanor charges — things like reckless driving or simple possession if a substance was found in the car.”
Alexander, a childhood friend whom Spears married while under the influence in Las Vegas before the marriage was quickly annulled, warned that speculation over Spears’ DUI arrest could “spiral out of control.”
“Rumors spread faster than facts, and suddenly someone is being judged before the truth is even clear,” he continued. “Britney Spears deserves the same thing anyone else does: facts, fairness, and due process — not headlines built on speculation.”
Us Weekly previously confirmed the “Womanizer” singer was arrested for driving under the influence near her home in Ventura County, California.
Spears was taken into police custody on Wednesday, March 4, at 9:28 p.m., according to Ventura County Sheriff’s Office records.
According to 911 dispatch audio obtained by Us, Spears’ Black BMW was allegedly driving “in and out of lanes,” and “speeding,” according to the operator. The operator also noted that the vehicle was seen erratically “braking, swerving and driving with no taillight.” Officers could be heard following the video before pulling it over.
Following a reported hospital visit to test her blood alcohol content, she was booked on Thursday, March 5, at 3:02 a.m. and released at 6:07 a.m.
Chemical test results are pending. This incident is still under investigation. Spears is due in court on Monday, May 4, according to online records.
“This was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable,” Spears’ rep told Us on Thursday. “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. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time. Her boys are going to be spending time with her. Her loved ones are going to come up with an overdue, needed plan to set her up for success for well-being.”
