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Alabama basketball guard Aden Holloway reached a plea deal in his drug arrest from March and has entered a "Second Chance Program" with the Tuscaloosa County district attorney's office.
With proper completion of the rehabilitation program, Holloway's charges for first degree possession of marijuana and illegal possession of a prescription drug will be "set aside and dismissed," per court documents obtained by The Tuscaloosa News on Tuesday, June 2.
In addition to 50 hours of community service, random drug and alcohol screenings and a payment of $150 monthly, Holloway also was required to write a letter of apology for his actions.
Holloway started his written statement by saying that he sincerely appreciated the opportunity to "formerly apologize" for his actions and "take full responsibility."
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"I realize that marijuana is illegal in the state of Alabama and it was entirely wrong of me to have it in my possession. I also realize the severity of this offense and that extremely grateful to grow through it. This was definitely an eye opening experience for me and I've learned a very valuable lesson that bad choices come with bad consequences," Holloway wrote.
Holloway's status with the Alabama men's basketball team is undetermined at this time. He was suspended from campus and team activities following his arrest on March 16 after West Alabama Narcotics Task Force agents found 2.1 pounds of marijuana, as well as an unlabeled bag of promethazine, in the search.
"I stand before you fully committed to moving forward in a positive light and sharing this important lesson to those who come behind. I am a good student, competitive athlete, and a good citizen who has never been in any kind of trouble before. I truly appreciate this chance to keep my record clean, and continue down the path God intended for me," Holloway continued.
"This second chance is an absolute blessing, and in no way will I take it for granted. Thank you so much for your understanding and consideration. Couldn't thank you enough."
Emilee Smarr covers Alabama basketball and Crimson Tide athletics for The Tuscaloosa News. She can be reached via email at [email protected]. She can be reached via email at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on The Tuscaloosa News: Alabama basketball's Aden Holloway writes apology letter for drug arrest
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With proper completion of the rehabilitation program, Holloway's charges for first degree possession of marijuana and illegal possession of a prescription drug will be "set aside and dismissed," per court documents obtained by The Tuscaloosa News on Tuesday, June 2.
In addition to 50 hours of community service, random drug and alcohol screenings and a payment of $150 monthly, Holloway also was required to write a letter of apology for his actions.
Holloway started his written statement by saying that he sincerely appreciated the opportunity to "formerly apologize" for his actions and "take full responsibility."
REQUIRED READING: Does Nate Oats expect Aden Holloway back with Alabama basketball? What he said
What Aden Holloway wrote in apology letter for drug arrest
"I realize that marijuana is illegal in the state of Alabama and it was entirely wrong of me to have it in my possession. I also realize the severity of this offense and that extremely grateful to grow through it. This was definitely an eye opening experience for me and I've learned a very valuable lesson that bad choices come with bad consequences," Holloway wrote.
Holloway's status with the Alabama men's basketball team is undetermined at this time. He was suspended from campus and team activities following his arrest on March 16 after West Alabama Narcotics Task Force agents found 2.1 pounds of marijuana, as well as an unlabeled bag of promethazine, in the search.
"I stand before you fully committed to moving forward in a positive light and sharing this important lesson to those who come behind. I am a good student, competitive athlete, and a good citizen who has never been in any kind of trouble before. I truly appreciate this chance to keep my record clean, and continue down the path God intended for me," Holloway continued.
"This second chance is an absolute blessing, and in no way will I take it for granted. Thank you so much for your understanding and consideration. Couldn't thank you enough."
Emilee Smarr covers Alabama basketball and Crimson Tide athletics for The Tuscaloosa News. She can be reached via email at [email protected]. She can be reached via email at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on The Tuscaloosa News: Alabama basketball's Aden Holloway writes apology letter for drug arrest
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