David Cassidy pleaded not guilty this morning to the DUI charge against him.

OK! NEWS: DAVID CASSIDY PLANS TO FIGHT DUI CHARGES

The Patridge Family star was not present in the Florida court today, but his attorney submitted a written not guilty plea on his behalf, TMZ reports.

David could face up to 6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000 maximum if he is convicted. He's due back in court in January.

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The actor claimed to have taken pain pills for his back before his arrest and was tired from attending a funeral earlier that morning.

Yesterday, Florida officials reportedly released the dash cam video of David's arrest.

Watch the video below!