Las Vegas Justice of the Peace Joe Bonaventure amended Lamar Odom's DUI charge to reckless driving Tuesday after the former NBA star fulfilled court-ordered conditions. Odom, 46, had pleaded no contest to the DUI charge in July, which carried a suspended jail sentence and the possibility of a reduction if he met certain requirements.
According to police, the Nevada Highway Patrol arrested Odom in January on DUI and speeding charges. Officers said he was driving more than 110 mph on Interstate 15 south of Russell Road, failed multiple sobriety tests, and smelled of marijuana.
The plea agreement required Odom to complete a DUI class, perform community service, and stay out of trouble. Following his arrest, prior news reports indicated Odom entered a rehabilitation facility. With the requirements satisfied, the judge reduced the charge as outlined in the original agreement.
Sources: Las Vegas Review-Journal
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