Justin Timberlake has pleaded guilty to impaired driving in New York, reaching a plea deal that concludes his drink-driving case in the United States.
The pop star faced the court in New York state, where he admitted to the less severe charge of driving while impaired, a non-criminal traffic offense. Following his court appearance, Timberlake was fined $500 and ordered to complete 25 hours of community service at a non-profit organization of his choosing. Outside the courthouse, Timberlake issued a public apology and used the opportunity to warn against drinking and driving, emphasizing that even one drink is too many before getting behind the wheel.
His comments, however, have drawn criticism and mockery from some quarters, highlighting the seriousness with which the public views such offenses.
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Justin Timberlake warns ‘don’t drive after a drink’ as he pleads guilty in court deal
Timberlake also took to the microphone outside the Sag Harbour courthouse and said: ‘Many of you have probably been covering me ... And like I said, even one drink, don’t get behind the wheel of a car. ‘I grew up in a small town, so I can appreciate ...
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