Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Will Michael Phelps Face Criminal Charges For Bong Act?

Will Michael Phelps face criminal charges in South Carolina for smoking from a marijuana pipe, taking a Bong hit, at a House Party while visiting the University of South Carolina in November? If Richland County Sheriff, Leon Lott, gets his way Phelps just might be facing charges with as much as a $500 fine for possessing drug paraphernalia and at least a $300 fine for one ounce of marijuana plus 30 days in jail.

Sheriff Lott is known for his tough stance on drugs and a spokesman for the sheriff's department said Tuesday that they are investigating. They don't know for sure if the party was in Richland County. However, if the party was held in Richland County the Sheriff's department can pursue charges.

Michael Phelps could face criminal charges. A British tabloid, "News of the World," published the photo Sunday. There is no information on who sold the photo to the British tabloid. However, Phelps, 23, told the truth. He said that was his image, and he issued a public apology.

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