Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) following his June arrest for driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, New York. He was sentenced to a $500 fine, 25 hours of community service, and a 90-day driver's license suspension. During the court proceedings, Timberlake expressed remorse for his actions, acknowledging the strain his arrest has caused in the community and emphasizing the importance of making responsible decisions regarding drinking and driving. Despite initially pleading not guilty, his legal team negotiated a plea deal to reduce the charges to DWAI, which is a lesser violation. The singer stated he would not repeat this behavior in the future and aimed to use his experience to help others make better choices. Judge Carl Irace expressed disappointment with the plea deal but ultimately accepted it, adding community service requirements due to concerns about the timing of Timberlake's public safety announcement.