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— Lindsay Lohan’s attorney has suggested to Los Angeles prosecutorsthat the actress serve as a motivational speaker and in other ways, rather than go to jail, to resolve her latestcriminal case, according to a letter obtained Tuesday. The letter from lawyer Mark Heller proposed several alternatives for Lohan, who could be sent to jail if a judge determines that her actions in a traffic crash violated terms of her probation in a previous theft case. His letter states that Lohan’s turbulent home life has deeply affected her and requires a different approach in the case. The actress plans to spend time recording public-service announcements and make “periodic visits to schools, hospitals, and other venues where she may provide inspirational talks, encouraging children to pursue positive goals and avoid bad habits,” says the letter, filed Friday and released by the court Tuesday. Heller also proposed the establishment of a nonprofit foundationin Lohan’s name to benefit young people. The actress “has made a commitment to herself to elevate her life and participate in activities which will advance her desire to lead a model life,” Heller wrote in a motion seeking a delay in the case that returns to court Friday. Trial is now set for March 18. Lohan, 26, is charged with three misdemeanor charges of reckless driving, lying to police and obstructing officers from performing their duties. She has pleaded innocent. The Mean Girls star could face 245 days in jail if she is found to be in violation of her probation. Terry White, chief deputy city attorney in Santa Monica, Calif., declined to comment on the letter. He said discussions about a possible resolution are to take place this week.

First-time dad Nick Lachey knows all about rocking a baby to sleep.Now he wants to help other children ge t t h e i r re s t . H i s new album, A Father’s Lullaby , will be released in afew weeks. It features 12 songs, including classics like “You Are My Sunshine” and “Brahms’ Lullaby.” The album also features four original tracks that Lachey co-wrote. The 39-year-old singer and his wife, TV personality Vanessa Lachey, welcomed their son, Camden, in September. A Father’s Lullaby will be available on iTunes and Amazon on March 13. It will be in stores in April.

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