Nicholas Braun Says 'Not Guilty' To Dui Charges - Judge Drops Sobering Advice In Socal Style

From Hollywood to Handcuffs: Braun’s DUI Drama

Los Angeles might be all about red carpet glam, but for Nicholas Braun, known to fans as the lovably awkward Cousin Greg on HBO’s 'Succession,' the spotlight turned harsh over Labor Day weekend. The 37-year-old actor found himself in hot water far from the SoCal sun, getting nabbed by cops in New Hampshire on August 30 for suspected DUI and driving without lights. Talk about a plot twist no one saw coming!

On Friday, Braun’s attorney stepped in to enter a not guilty plea on his behalf to the misdemeanor charges of DUI impairment and operating without lights. Originally set for a Tuesday arraignment, the hearing got canned after the plea was locked in. Guess even legal drama can’t compete with Hollywood’s fast pace!

Arrested at 11:15 p.m. on Lee Road in Moultonborough - a quiet lakeside town on Lake Winnipesaukee with just 5,000 folks, about two hours north of Boston - Braun spent a quick hour at Carroll County jail before being released on his own recognizance. No bail needed for this Emmy-nominated star, but the judge wasn’t playing around with the conditions.

Courtroom Rules: No Booze for Bar-Owning Star

Here’s where the irony hits harder than a Malibu sunset traffic jam. As part of his bail terms, the court ordered Braun to stay completely clear of alcohol and any narcotic drugs or controlled substances while his case winds through the system. That’s a tough pill to swallow for a guy who owns Ray’s bar in New York City - talk about a 'Succession'-level family feud with his own business!

'Man, I’ve gotta play by the rules now, but owning a bar and not sipping a drop? That’s a whole new acting challenge,' Braun reportedly quipped to a close friend after the court’s ruling.

Adding to the low-key vibe of this East Coast bust, no mugshot exists to fuel the gossip blogs - the police camera was conveniently out of order. The Moultonborough Police Department is keeping things tighter than a Venice Beach drum circle, refusing to release reports, cruiser vids, or body cam footage while prosecution is ongoing.

Waiting Game and Starry Past

Braun’s trial isn’t slated until January 2026, so expect this story to simmer longer than a SoCal summer. His reps are staying mum for now, leaving fans and tabloids alike speculating about what went down that late summer night in a popular vacay spot during the busy Labor Day rush. Will this dent his golden boy image? Only time will tell.

For those who’ve been living under a rock (or maybe just off the 405), Braun skyrocketed to fame as Greg Hirsch, the bumbling great-nephew of media titan Logan Roy, across 'Succession’s' four epic seasons from 2018 to 2023. His performance snagged him three Primetime Emmy nods for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, plus a Critics’ Choice nomination and two Screen Actors Guild awards - not bad for a dude who started in Disney flicks like 'Sky High' and 'Princess Protection Program.'

More recently, Braun flexed his range playing both Andy Kaufman and Jim Henson in 2024’s 'Saturday Night,' and starred in 'Splitsville,' which debuted at Cannes. Whether he’s dodging paparazzi in Hollywood or legal heat in New Hampshire, this star’s story is far from over. Stick with us for updates on this unfolding drama!