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Lohan Sent to Jail for Probation Violation

By Walin & Klarich

According to the LA Times, Lindsay Lohan surrendered herself today and has been booked in county jail. Lohan was sentenced to 90 days in jail after violating the terms of her probation from her DUI conviction by failing to attend the required alcohol classes. Due to the overcrowding at Los Angeles County Jails, Lohan will most likely not have to serve the entire 90 day term. It is unspecified as to how much time Lohan must serve, but it is probable that she will only be required to serve 30% of the sentence. This means that Lohan is likely to serve approximately 25 to 30 days in jail. It is important to complete the terms of probation. The prosecutor in the case stated, "The message to the public is don't drink and drive. If you do drink and drive and you're punished for it, complete the programs...continue to full post

Full post as published by Southern California Criminal Defense Blog on July 20, 2010 (boomark / email).