Gary Collins jailed after driving under the influence (DUI) conviction

Glendale, CA

Veteran actor Gary Collins has turned himself in to California authorities to begin a 96-hour sentence after pleading guilty to drunk driving on 12-7-07.

Collins checked into Glendale City Jail on Monday, where he will find himself in good company - Kiefer Sutherland also is serving time at the jail following his driving under the influence (DUI) conviction on 9-8-07.

Gary Collins, 69, was handed the prison sentence in December following his October arrest after the actor crashed his black Ford Explorer into a blue Toyota while driving through Sherman Oaks, California.

In addition to his jailtime, Collins must complete 100 hours of community service. He was also fined $500 and will be placed on probation for four years.

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