Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to impaired driving Friday, resolving the criminal case stemming from his June arrest in New York’s Hamptons.
‘I did not live up to the standards that I try to hold for myself,’ singer says
Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to impaired driving Friday, resolving the criminal case stemming from his June arrest in New York’s Hamptons.
The singer and actor appeared in Sag Harbor Village Court to enter a new plea to the lesser charge.
The judge sentenced Timberlake to a $500 fine with a $260 surcharge, and 25 hours of community service at the non-profit of his choosing.
During the proceedings, Timberlake remained standing throughout and gave a statement in which he expressed remorse for his actions. He said he grew up in a small town and appreciated the kind of strain his arrest has made on Sag Harbor. He said he has had a lot of time to reflect on his actions.
“I did not live up to the standards that I try to hold for myself,” he said.
More to come.
Justin Timberlake was arrested on New York’s Long Island after running through a stop sign and ‘operating a vehicle ‘in an intoxicated condition,’ according to police. Culture critics say this could impact his public image.