ACTOR'S SON FACES CHARGES

The son of actor Michael Douglas was arrested on cocaine charges, New York
police said Wednesday. Cameron Douglas, 20, was charged with criminal
possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor. He was released on his
own recognizance and is due back in court Nov. 17. Michael Douglas was not
in court Wednesday -- his son told police his father was out of town, said
Deputy Inspector Denis McCarthy. Douglas was arrested Tuesday in the lobby
of a Fifth Avenue apartment building, McCarthy said. He allegedly had one
gram of cocaine on him that cost him $60. Cameron Douglas' attorney said he
believes the charges will be dismissed.