Justin Timberlake Makes Groveling Apology Outside Court After Pleading Guilty in DWI Case — and Warns the World: ‘Take an Uber… Even if You’ve Only Had One Drink’

Justin Timberlake has officially pleaded guilty in his DWI case, expressing regret for the decision that led to his arrest. The pop star took to the courthouse steps to make a heartfelt apology, stating, “I made a mistake” and sending a clear message to his fans: “Take an Uber… even if you’ve only had one drink.”

In a revealing report by RadarOnline.com, Timberlake’s guilty plea comes after a plea bargain reduced his initial charges. The 43-year-old singer was arrested on June 18 in Sag Harbor, New York, after failing to stop at a stop sign and drifting out of his lane. In a move to take responsibility for his actions, Timberlake addressed the media outside the courthouse following his sentencing.

Timberlake faced the consequences of his actions head-on, pleading with fans to avoid driving after drinking. “This is a mistake I made. I hope those watching can learn from my experience,” he urged. His original DWI charge was downgraded to Driving While Ability Impaired, allowing him to enter a new plea.

As part of his sentencing, Timberlake received 25 hours of community service at a nonprofit organization of his choice and was fined $500 along with an additional $260 surcharge. Showing remorse, he expressed gratitude to the Sag Harbor police and acknowledged the strain his arrest placed on the community.

Since the incident, Timberlake has reflected on his past choices, admitting he didn’t meet the standards he sets for himself. He shared his commitment to using his celebrity status to promote better decision-making among others. Sources close to the singer revealed that he has reevaluated his behavior, cutting back significantly on alcohol and quitting vaping altogether, as a part of his apology to wife Jessica Biel.

As Timberlake addressed the judge, he acknowledged, “I should’ve had better judgment. I understand the seriousness of this.” Initially pleading not guilty to the misdemeanor charge, the entertainer refused to take a breathalyzer test multiple times during the traffic stop, which ultimately led to his driver’s license being suspended.

In light of his DWI incident, friends of Timberlake noted that he’s dedicated himself to a cleaner lifestyle, admitting that this transition has been challenging but necessary for his relationships, particularly with Biel. As he steers clear of old habits, Timberlake asserts his resolve to find healthier ways to cope, even if it means missing out on the excitement of life on the road.