Lily Stewart, a University of Georgia sorority girl, is off the hook for her recent speeding charge—but not without consequences.
Case Dropped Amid Online Backlash
Lily’s attorney, Stephen Morris, tells TMZ that the speeding charge against her has been dismissed after he informed the prosecutor that she was being targeted by online trolls. According to Morris, the viral nature of her mug shot led to a wave of vile comments, prompting concerns for her safety.
As a result, the prosecutor agreed to drop the case, and Morris is now reaching out to media outlets requesting the removal of her booking photo, since the case is no longer active.
Still Facing Consequences
Even though the charge was dropped, Lily isn’t walking away completely unscathed. She will still have to complete community service and take a defensive driving class for driving 84 mph in a 55 mph zone.
Mug Shot Sparks Social Media Frenzy
Lily, 20, was arrested earlier this month for speeding in excess of maximum limits, a misdemeanor in Georgia. But what really caught the internet’s attention was her mug shot—where she flashed a pageant-worthy smile instead of the usual remorseful expression.
Unlike former President Donald Trump’s infamous scowl in his mug shot, Lily beamed like a beauty queen, causing a social media uproar. Many users rushed to her defense, jokingly insisting that she must be innocent based on her picture alone.
The Arrest: A Need for Speed?
According to the incident report, an officer first pulled Lily over for driving 79 mph in a 55 mph zone and let her off with a citation. However, minutes later, the same officer allegedly caught her speeding again—this time at 84 mph—which led to her arrest.
Lily Embraces the Viral Moment
Rather than shying away from the attention, Lily fully embraced her newfound internet fame. She even posted her mug shot on social media, alongside some of her favorite fan comments.
What’s Next for Lily?
While her legal troubles are mostly behind her, Lily’s viral mug shot has cemented her internet notoriety. With her case dismissed but social media still buzzing, it remains to be seen how she’ll use her unexpected fame moving forward.
Stay tuned!
