Celebrity arrests often dominate U.S. news cycles, with Justin Timberlake’s recent incident capturing global attention.
Timberlake was arrested for running a stop sign and subsequently found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. Such incidents are common and receive extensive media coverage, particularly from outlets like TMZ.
This week, TMZ reported the arrest of Kendra Sunderland, a well-known adult film actress, by Texas authorities at noon on August 1 when police found less than a gram of THC during a search of her belongings.
Sunderland resides in Nevada, where she can legally possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis at home or in a licensed venue; Texas laws are stricter, classifying her possession as a criminal offence.
Sunderland, cautious after her arrest, stated, “I’ve been advised not to say anything. I’m not trying to incriminate myself anymore. I just know I’m not a criminal. I’m just a smoker.” She was released on $1,000 bail. Such cases highlight the varied legal landscapes in the U.S. regarding substance possession.