Slopeside Run-In: Haley Joel Osment Skirts Jail Time for Public Intoxication
Actor from "The Sixth Sense" Requires Attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous
Navigating a tricky path, "The Sixth Sense" star Haley Joel Osment narrowly dodged a stint behind bars, stemming from a run-in at a California ski resort.
On April 8, the one-time child prodigy was arrested at Mammoth Mountain for public intoxication. Known for his chilling performance in the 1999 thriller, his latest brushes with the law left fans scratching their heads.
During the apprehension, allegations of verbal abuse towards law enforcement and the possession of prescription drugs arose. Even as he approached his 37th birthday, Osment found himself back in court on June 2.
Facing potential jail time, the Mono County District Attorney pushed for Osment's probation to be denied, citing his past DUI conviction and the use of a racial slur against an officer during the arrest. Yet, the judge ruled in Osment's favor, granting him a one-year probation period.
Moving forward, the former star has been instructed to attend at least three Alcoholics Anonymous meetings each week for six months. Therapy sessions with his counselor are now a twice-weekly occurrence, and the requirement to abide by all laws is non-negotiable. Completion of the probationary period without incident will see all charges dropped[1][2][3].
A hearing to review Osment's adherence to the conditions is slated for January 5, 2026[1].
Sincere Apologies, Plenty of Promise
Appearing in court, Osment expressed regret for the hurtful words uttered during his arrest, although alcohol was blamed for his slip-up. "The shocking circumstances of the past few months have driven me to a severe emotional low," he confessed, alluding to the loss of his house in the California wildfires.
"This isn't an excuse for the offensive language that slipped out," he continued, "and I apologize from the depths of my heart for any pain caused." With a vow to make amends, Osment reconstructed his focus on making things right, rather than seeking forgiveness [1].
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Following his arrest for public intoxication and possession of a controlled substance on April 8, 2025, at a ski lodge in Mammoth Lakes, California, Haley Joel Osment has been placed in a one-year diversion program. The conditions of this program, which were approved by a judge on June 2, 2025, are as follows:
- AA Meetings: Osment must attend at least three Alcoholics Anonymous meetings per week for six months.
- Therapy Sessions: He is required to meet with his therapist at least twice a week for the same period.
- Compliance with Laws: Osment must obey all laws during this time.
- Diversion Terms: If he successfully completes the program by January 5, 2026, the charges against him will be dismissed. Failure to comply with these terms will result in the reinstatement of criminal proceedings[1][2][3].
Acknowledging his mistake, Haley Joel Osment expressed remorse for his offensive words during the arrest in California, attributing his slip-up to alcohol consumption. Separately, the Commission has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation in the context of entertainment industries within the USA.
