Former NBA star Lamar Odom has firmly denied the DUI charges he faces in Las Vegas. His attorney entered a not guilty plea on his behalf on Tuesday morning.
Details of the Incident
Odom was arrested by Nevada State Police on January 17, around 2 a.m. The incident occurred on Interstate 15. Police reported that Odom was driving at speeds up to 105 mph when they approached his vehicle.
- Time of Arrest: 2 a.m.
- Date: January 17
- Location: I-15, Nevada
- Speed Recorded: 105 mph
Allegations and Observations
According to the arrest report, Odom exhibited erratic driving behavior. He was observed speeding, changing lanes without signaling, and failing to maintain his speed properly.
Upon stopping the vehicle, officers noticed that Odom and his passenger had bloodshot eyes and detected a strong smell of marijuana. Odom claimed he was on a phone call with his manager during the incident.
Following these observations, Odom was subjected to a field sobriety test, which he reportedly failed.
Charges Faced by Odom
Lamar Odom is currently facing multiple charges:
- DUI charge
- Two traffic violations:
- Driving more than 41 mph over the speed limit
- Improper lane change
Upcoming Court Dates
The former athlete is set to return to court in July for further proceedings related to these charges. The outcome of these hearings will be closely monitored as Odom continues to navigate his legal challenges.
