Earlier this week, former Supercross champion and current Supercross contender James "Bubba" Stewart was arrested for impersonating an officer, putting the remainder of the 2011 Supercross season in doubt. But a statement released on Stewart's website today said that Stewart will be racing on Saturday.
"James Stewart was arrested for allegedly impersonating a police officer," reads the statement from JS7.com. "Stewart allegedly used his vehicle lights and red and blue lights to slow down a vehicle containing off duty police officers... No confrontation or exchange of words between the officers and Stewart occurred.
"Stewart is extremely sorry that the incident occurred and that any negative inferences may arise that reflect poorly on his fans, his team, or his sponsors. Stewart will continue working with authorities to resolve the incident quickly."
Stewart was charged with impersonating an officer, but posted bond, and was released from Orange County Jail on Tuesday afternoon. Stewart will likely be back in court soon, but for the time being, he'll be free to race.
"Thanks to all that are standing by me," Stewart said. "I hope to resolve this incident quickly and show people that I am someone that upholds the law and someone they can respect as a competitor and as a person."
There are only 5 events left in the Supercross season, so there is a good chance that Stewart's legal issues won't interfere with the current Supercross championship. Motocross, however, could be a different story.
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