Shocker: Paris Hilton Arrested Again in 2010

Paris Hilton Arrested

Although socialite and heiress to the Hilton fortune from her great grandfather – hotel mogul Conrad Hilton - Paris Hilton has been no stranger to run-ins with law enforcement agents. Paris Hilton has undergone many arrests and criminal charges, including the possession and usage of drugs, as well as drunk driving. Akin to her fellow celebrities, who seem to have knack for escaping the punishments intended for crimes for average, non-celebrity citizens, the punishments for Paris Hilton arrested have resulted in mere day-long stints in prison, fines, and probation. However, due to her latest arrest that took place on August 28th, 2010 in the state of Nevada, the Clark County District Attorney assured that the past preferential treatment she may have enjoyed will not be repeated in future sentencing.

Why Was Paris Hilton Arrested For in 2010?

Although most commonly known for her drunk-driving arrests and alleged drug possession, Las Vegas law enforcement agents had Paris Hilton arrested on the evening of August 28th, 2010 when they discovered approximately .08 grams of cocaine on her person; she was pulled over while driving with her boyfriend and arrested:

Upon Paris Hilton arrested, she had claimed that many of the articles found in her purse were not hers; Paris Hilton claimed that someone had not only placed the cocaine in her purse, but also other items discovered – however, upon further investigation with regard to Paris Hilton arrested, she acknowledged that the purse was indeed hers

Cocaine is considered to be one of the most highly-addictive narcotics currently in circulation, which has been the cause of both addiction and death since its introduction to society; cocaine use and possession is considered to be a felony due to the fact that it can impair individuals in behavior, demeanor, and activity

The Punishments for Paris Hilton Arrested

The terms of Paris Hilton arrested were initially considered to be a felony resulting from the possession of cocaine; however, on September 17th, 2010, she struck a plea deal within the Clark County Court in the State of Las Vegas. The terms of her plea deal resulted in the felony charge being split into 2 separate misdemeanor charges including the possession of an illegal substance, as well as the use of an illegal substance. However, upon the striking of a plea deal subsequent to Paris Hilton arrested, the court ensured that Paris Hilton understood the gravity of her actions; the following are applicable to Paris Hilton’s sentencing:

Paris Hilton arrested resulted in a mandatory participation of 200 hours of community service, the furnishing of a $2,000 fine, and the mandatory entry into a drug counseling program; all of these requirement exist with regard to her probation

In any events that land Paris Hilton arrested during her probation, she will be required to serve 1-year of incarceration