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Actress MISCHA BARTON has been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). The former The O.C. star was busted by Los Angeles police officers at around 2.45am this morning after she "was seen straddling two lanes of traffic and failed to signal when making a turn" while driving in West Hollywood. When officers approached her car, they discovered Barton "was an unlicensed driver and was driving while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage". According to TMZ.com, 21-year-old Barton - who was listed as 'Burton' on the booking sheet - will also face charges for driving without a valid licence and possession of illegal narcotics. She is currently being held on $10,000
