Celebrity Justice
Britney's Last Chance

TMZ has learned that Monday's custody hearing could be one of the most important days in Britney Spears' life. We're told that although she is not legally required to make an appearance in court, Brit needs to face the judge to explain herself if she's got any hope of getting her kids back. Our sources tell us if she doesn't show, or is uncooperative, it could be curtains for her custody case. TMZ is at the courthouse this morning as metal detectors were put in place ... just in case.

What's more, police sources tell TMZ that Commissioner Scott Gordon will hear firsthand eyewitness accounts of last Thursday's breakdown from LAPD, firefighters and paramedics who were on scene. We're told they're not going to paint a pretty picture.

Also, we've learned the L.A County Sheriff's Department isn't taking any chances -- they're ready for anything. If Brit Brit loses it in court, they'll be there to "handle" the situation. Wear your heavy boots!

Stay tuned ...



Reader Comments

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31. To Britney: PLEASE GO TO COURT ON MONDAY.... We do not want K-loser to have your children.........They belong with mommy. Britney, please get help. A Britney Fan

Posted at 12:39PM on Jan 11th 2008 by A Britney Fan

32. i hope she has another breakdown!! FREAK!!!

Posted at 12:38PM on Jan 11th 2008 by mel

33. Oh I feel really bad for her attorneys - they haven't been released by the court yet so they have no choice but to show up Monday. Once they break this news to her that she has to appear, watch out world. This weekend is going to be WILD!!!

Posted at 12:41PM on Jan 11th 2008 by kiss my a$$ brit

34. she won't show. it's over for this woman.

Posted at 12:39PM on Jan 11th 2008 by tuna marie

35. 8. She's gonna need a great lawyer to beat this one. That, and a lotta medication when she finally realizes what she's lost, poor thing.

Posted at 12:29PM on Jan 11th 2008 by Smakdatt

POOR THING???????????? SHUT UP!

Posted at 12:39PM on Jan 11th 2008 by Dr. Uga Booby Bongo

36. She needs to be left alone. If she's going to go Bonkers it'll be because of the media and the photographers that are in HER FACE everywhere she goes. How good can her life be? and She's obviously with this guy because he's listening to her, treating her like a queen i'm sure. She's lonely, and needs a friend. Who knows how it'll end., but this girl needs a freakin' break already!!!!

Posted at 12:39PM on Jan 11th 2008 by julie

37. She'll show up for court. Late as usual.

Then she'll get a continuance (because of her legal representation which is just a ploy).

Visitation? Forget it for now. I agree with the earlier poster who mentionned that she locked out a monitor.

Then she can go on her merry way and party with the idiot photog.

Then we gat a "Stayed Tuned" This is going to go on and on and on.

Posted at 12:41PM on Jan 11th 2008 by scott

38. I hope the judge gives her an ultimatinum that she gets into a treatment facility or that she will not be able to see Sean Preston or Jayden James at all. She needs to feel the pain that she has caused her boys. I would personally put her in jail if she doesn't get help because of her not following the court orders. She thinks she can continue to break the court orders and not be any accountable for her actions. It's such a sad thing and I feel for Sean Preston and Jayden James. You would think Britney would want to be a good mother and be there for her kids.

Posted at 5:21PM on Jan 11th 2008 by Wendy

39. Wonder if Adnoid will be there with his chin stripe, and a special turbin for court appearances

Posted at 12:43PM on Jan 11th 2008 by BS Supporter

40. You know, we all know and it is no secret that she needs some professional help, but in her defense, can you even imagine having those cameras in your face every minute of every day. Think about it--IT WOULD MAKE ANYBODY CRAZY.

Posted at 12:42PM on Jan 11th 2008 by Vicki

41. Kev, to be honest, i'm sure they wont' care about Adnan - after all, I don't think Kevin will go there - he is dating a bonafide sl*t, so i'm sure he doesnt want to make his own waters rough lol

in all seriousness, guys. i know know why you keep saying that she should "be fighting for them, she acts like she doesnt care". what the heck is she supposed to do until Monday? and if i was married to a guy i had to defend to be with my entire marriage, got pregnant twice in one year and he was never around, and cheated on me after i gave him everything, then he tried to take my kids from me, i would have a meltdown, too. you have to remember, he agreed to 50/50 custody just fine during the divorce (so he could get his spousal support sooner than later), then 2 days later, went after her. The ONLY way you can take a child from another parent when there are already arrangements made is to show the other parent is unfit... she's made mistakes, but i dont think she is unfit - if you keep piling things on high enough, it might stick. i do feel for her, as a parent. although i am passionate about not letting kids get hurt in any way, i'm passionate about someone not having their kids either. they need BOTH parents!

Posted at 12:42PM on Jan 11th 2008 by michelle

42. It's boringly obvious that this storyline is going to be drilled into our heads from every possible angle for the next 72 hours.

PRAY FOR AN EARTHQUAKE!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 12:43PM on Jan 11th 2008 by blablabla

43. Should get a magic marker and draw a chin stripe on the boys like their step dad Adman has. That would be cool

Posted at 12:43PM on Jan 11th 2008 by BS + Adnoid = crazytown

44. You know she will not show up - at least not on time. This is such a power play for her. It is pretty obvious (from her past actions with the court system) that she is saying "don't you know who I am? I am more important than any judge!".

Posted at 12:44PM on Jan 11th 2008 by indykathy

45. Can't you people tell - SHE DOES NOT WANT THOSE KIDS.

Posted at 12:44PM on Jan 11th 2008 by Pat in Ohio

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