Rucker was arrested by police in Franklin and charged with simple possession/casual exchange and violation of registration law, according to Lt. Becky Coyle with the Williamson County Sheriff's Office.
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Authorities did not elaborate on what substance Rucker had in his possession. He was released on a $10,500 bond.
CNN has reached out to Franklin police for more on Rucker's arrest.
Rucker is a three-time Grammy winner and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame last year.
In a statement to CNN, Rucker's attorney Mark Puryear said, "Darius Rucker is fully cooperating with authorities related to misdemeanor charges."
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CNN has reached out to Rucker's publicist for a comment.
Franklin is about 22 miles south of Nashville.
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