Paris Hilton Charged with Felony Cocaine Possession

Paris Hilton to Be Charged for Cocaine Possession

Celebutante Paris Hilton was charged with felony cocaine possession after an August 28 bust, according to TMZ. 

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Paris Hilton Mugshot after Cocaine Arrest

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Paris Hilton was in a black SUV that was pulled over by police on the Las Vegas strip. After noticing "a strong smell of marijuana", the officer on the scene searched the vehicle, instantly recognizing Paris Hilton, who was travelling with boyfriend Cy Waits.

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As a crowd gathered to watch the spectacle, Hilton asked the cop if she could use the bathroom in the nearby Wynn Hotel. The officer said yes, and, in the bathroom, Hilton opened her purse, where the officer saw, along with prescription medication and cigarette rolling papers, what appeared to be a bag containing .8 grams of cocaine. Paris Hilton said it wasn't hers.

Paris Hilton is being represented by attorney David Chesnoff, and has been released without bail.

This is the second time Hilton as used the "it wasn't mine" defense; she was apprehended for marijuana possession at the 2010 World Cup, and released without charge.

A guilty verdict in this case carries a sentence of up to four years in prison.