Britney Spears' Inner Circle 'Praying' Her DUI Arrest Will 'Push' Her Into Rehab: Source

Britney Spears is facing mounting concern from those closest to her, with insiders telling OK! her recent DUI arrest has intensified calls for her to enter rehab as fears grow over her well-being.

Spears, 44, was recently arrested in Newbury Park, Calif., on suspicion of driving under the influence after reports of an erratic driver on the U.S. 101 freeway near the Ventura-Los Angeles county line.

She was the sole occupant of a black BMW 430i and underwent field sobriety tests at the scene, while further chemical test results remain pending. Prosecutors have yet to confirm whether charges will be filed, with a court appearance scheduled for May 4.

The incident comes as Spears pursues legal action against former bodyguard Thomas Bunbury over alleged unauthorized access to her personal devices and iCloud account.

A source close to Spears told us: "Those around Brit are hoping this moment could be pivotal. People are hoping it becomes a turning point that finally pushes her toward getting professional help in a structured environment. The concern is that without intervention, the pattern of behavior may continue, so there is a strong feeling that rehab or a similar program could provide the stability she needs, and they are praying she goes into treatment."

Spears' representative said the singer's DUI arrest was "an unfortunate incident that (was) completely inexcusable."

He added: "She is going to take the right steps and comply with the law. Hopefully this can be the first step in long overdue change that needs to occur in Britney's life. Hopefully, she can get the help and support she needs during this difficult time."

Despite attempts to rebuild her career, sources say Spears has struggled to secure support from music executives.

A music industry insider said: "There have been discussions about a potential comeback, but there is hesitation given everything that has been happening recently. She has made efforts to reconnect, but there is caution about moving forward in the current circumstances."

The legal dispute with Bunbury has added further strain. Through her attorney, Spears has issued a cease-and-desist letter alleging he accessed her data without authorization and breached state and federal laws. She has demanded that any materials be deleted and that he disclose whether files were shared, with the threat of legal action if he does not comply.

A legal source said: "If these allegations are substantiated, they could carry significant consequences. There is a clear effort to establish exactly what was accessed and whether any information was distributed."

Another insider said: "She feels her privacy has been seriously violated, and that has compounded the pressure she is already under."

Spears was recently seen in public for the first time since the arrest, visiting the Malibu Country Mart and stopping at Starbucks, appearing composed during the outing.

But those close to her say concerns persist behind the scenes.

A second source said: "Her inner circle is increasingly unified in the belief that she would benefit from entering a structured program. There is a hope that this incident serves as the catalyst for that step. They believe she needs consistent support and oversight to help her move forward in a healthier direction."

The singer's sons, Sean, 20, and Jayden, 19, are expected to spend time with her as part of what her representative described as an effort by loved ones to create a plan to support her well-being.