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Richie denies drink-drive charge
Nicole Richie
Nicole Richie's next court hearing has been set for 2 April
US reality TV star Nicole Richie has pleaded not guilty to charges of driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

The 25-year-old star of The Simple Life was arrested on 11 December after allegedly driving the wrong way down a Los Angeles motorway.

Police said she told them she had taken a painkiller and smoked marijuana.

Ms Richie did not appear at Glendale Superior Court, near Los Angeles, but entered the plea through her lawyer.

A further hearing was set for 2 April.


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