Instagram/Britney Spears Celebrity Britney Spears arrested for DUI in California, but blood test shows BAC under legal limit. Details on the confusing arrest and booking. April 2, 2026 AceShowbiz - Britney Spears was arrested late Wednesday evening on suspicion of driving under the influence. The incident reportedly occurred in Westlake Village, California, near Britney Spears' residence. Around 9:30 p.m. PT, the California Highway Patrol stopped her for erratic driving.