The OC's Barton faces four charges
'The OC' star Mischa Barton is facing four violation charges chase her drink-driving catch last year.
The Associated Compress reports that, according to court written document, Barton was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driving piece having a 0.08% or higher roue alcohol layer, drive without a valid licence and possession of 28.5g or less of marihuana.
Barton's attorney Anthony V Salerno said he was pleased his client was only charged with misdemeanours.
He said: "The DA's berth is to be commended for treating this character the saame as it would any other matter; Ms. Barton has received no special treatment."
Barton was arrested in Occident Hollywood on 27 December afterward officers saw her car in two lanes of traffic and failing to point for a turn.
The actress is due to be arraigned on Thursday in the Beverly Hills Victor Court.
