November 14 : Ray Charles Arrested For Drugs
November 14, 1961 Ray Charles at age 31 is arrested on drug charges.
The music legend tried to explain
" A fellow who lives in the dark has to have something"
Marijuana was found hidden in a cold cream jar in his hotel room.
Detectives also discovered 10 empty capsules containing heroin residue .
Along with a hypodermic needle
The charges would be later dismissed on the grounds of an illegal search