Ben Harper, former guitarist for Yellowcard, was arrested on May 14 for suspicion of DUI, reports MTV.

According to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s department, Harper’s vehicle was pulled over at 4:27 a.m. for speeding. The officer smelt what appeared to be marijuana in Harper’s vehicle.

“The officer then asked me to perform a Breathalyzer test, and I declined, because I had been at a show and had a few drinks,” Harper told MTV News.

He was arrested under suspicion of DUI, took the test at the station where, according to Harper, he blew a number over the legal limit.

He was released on bail for $5,000 and is set to return to court on June 8 for charges relating to a separate speeding incident.






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