Paris Hilton has been acquitted in charges about possessing marijuana in South Africa after her friend, former Playboy Playmate Jennifer Rovero, admitted to own the marijuana. Both of them were taken into custody during the Brazil-Netherlands quarter-final match in the southern city of Port Elizabeth on Friday. after official smell marijuana.

But the state dropped the charges against the heiress after Rovero pleaded guilty.

In a post on Twitter after the incident Hilton wrote: “Hey guys, there’s a lot of crazy rumours going around. Just want you all to know the truth. Everything is completely fine.

“I was not charged or arrested, cause I didn’t do anything. I was assisting the police with the investigation and answering their questions.

“Everyone was super nice and friendly to me. I love South Africa! Such an amazing place, especially during The World Cup! Hope that clears everything up. Love you guys, thanks for your concern. Xoxo P.”

Police seized the evidence and approached the women inside the stadium. The women were taken into custody after a bodyguard handed a second cannabis cigarette over to the police,” she said.

“Charges were withdrawn against Miss Paris Hilton as her co-accused acknowledged being in possession of the cannabis and pleaded guilty.”

Rovero, 31, was found guilty of possession of marijuana and ordered to spend 30 days in jail or pay a 1000 rand ($A150) fine. She paid the fine.

It is good to know that no one is above the law in South Africa.