The OC's Barton faces four charges
'The OC' star Mischa Barton is cladding four-spot violation charges pursual her drink-driving arrest last year.
The Associated Press reports that, according to court document, Barton was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driving while having a 0.08% or higher blood alcohol layer, driving without a valid permit and monomania of 28.5g or less of ganja.
Barton's attorney Anthony V Salerno said he was pleased his customer was merely charged with misdemeanours.
He said: "The DA's office is to be commended for treating this slip the same as it would any other matter; Ms. Barton has received no special treatment."
Barton was arrested in Western United States Hollywood on 27 Dec after officers saw her car in deuce lanes of dealings and failing to bespeak for a bend.
The actress is due to be arraigned on Th in the Beverly Hills Superior Motor lodge.