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Country Star Jamie Johnson Arrested in Tennessee: Fans Stunned Amid New Album Release
Late Sunday night in Williamson County, Tennessee, country music star Jamie Johnson found himself in serious legal trouble after a traffic stop turned into something much more severe. Just before 10 p.m. on Interstate 65 North, Johnson’s vehicle was pulled over by the Tennessee Highway Patrol for speeding. What started as a routine stop quickly escalated when the trooper reportedly smelled marijuana coming from inside the car.
According to official reports, Johnson admitted he had been around marijuana. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of multiple bags containing marijuana and more than 10 pre-rolled joints. As a result, Johnson was charged with felony drug possession with intent to manufacture, deliver, or sell a controlled substance. The arrest has shocked many fans, especially given Johnson’s prior statements about sobriety and his reputation in the country music world.
This incident follows closely on the heels of a similarly controversial case involving country singer Darius Rucker. Rucker was pulled over back in February 2023, and although he was initially let go, he was charged nearly a year later after police claimed they found pills and a THC vape pen in his vehicle. Like Johnson, Rucker had a clean record and was later sentenced to probation, with the judge praising his character.
The news of Johnson’s arrest comes just days after he released his highly anticipated new album, Midnight Gasoline. In a recent interview, Johnson opened up about a deeply personal song on the album titled “Sober,” where he reflected on his journey to quit drinking in 2011 and marijuana in 2015. While he admitted he occasionally smokes now, many fans didn’t expect marijuana to be the cause of a felony charge.
A respected figure in the country music scene, Johnson rose to fame as a songwriter for legends like George Strait and Trace Adkins, even winning a CMA Award in 2009 for “In Color.” He has yet to comment on the arrest. Depending on court proceedings, he could face up to six years in prison and a $5,000 fine.
Stay tuned for further updates as the story develops.