Justin Timberlake has pled guilty to impaired driving, resolving the criminal case related to his June arrest in the Hamptons. Appearing in Sag Harbor Village Court on Friday, Timberlake faced a $500 fine plus a $260 surcharge, was sentenced to 25 hours of community service at a nonprofit of his choice, and was required to make a public safety announcement about the dangers of impaired driving.

After the hearing, Timberlake expressed regret and emphasized the importance of making responsible choices. "Even if you’ve had one drink, don’t get behind the wheel," Timberlake advised. "There are many alternatives like calling a friend, taking an Uber, or a taxi. This is a mistake I made, but I hope others can learn from it. I know I have."

Timberlake, who stood throughout the proceedings, acknowledged the impact of his actions and the strain it has placed on the community in Sag Harbor, where he was arrested on June 18. He reflected on his behavior and the opportunity to move forward positively.

Judge Carl Irace voiced dissatisfaction with the plea deal, adding more community service to ensure Timberlake had adequate time to reflect on his actions. Initially, Timberlake had pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated. His driver's license was suspended following his arrest.

Timberlake's attorney, Edward Burke Jr., defended his client, asserting that Timberlake had consumed only one drink and was cooperative with police. Burke maintained that the lesser charge Timberlake accepted aligns with the circumstances.

Timberlake was stopped by police after running a stop sign, veering out of his lane, and exhibiting signs of intoxication. The arresting officers noted Timberlake's bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and poor performance on sobriety tests. Timberlake reportedly told the officers he had consumed one martini and was following friends home.

A legal expert noted that Timberlake's license suspension in New York could affect his ability to drive in other states due to the Driver’s License Compact, which shares information about license suspensions nationwide. While such suspensions are generally enforced across states, it may take time for changes to be reflected.

Timberlake has not publicly addressed the arrest beyond his performance in Chicago, where he hinted at the tough week he had experienced. Despite the legal issues, Timberlake continues his tour, with upcoming concerts in Newark, New Jersey, and Brooklyn.