Pop icon Justin Timberlake was arraigned on charges of driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, Long Island, New York, early Tuesday morning, according to his attorney. Timberlake, known for his successful music and acting career, was apprehended after failing to stop at a stop sign and swerving out of his lane in a 2025 BMW, as per a statement from Sag Harbor Police.
The incident occurred around 12:37 a.m., with police reports indicating Timberlake’s eyes were “bloodshot and glassy,” and a “strong odor of an alcoholic beverage” was detected on his breath. Timberlake admitted to having “one martini” and claimed he was following friends home.
During the field sobriety tests, Timberlake reportedly exhibited slow speech, unsteady footing, and was unable to divide his attention, leading to poor performance on the tests. He refused a chemical test three times, according to court documents, stating, “No, I’m not doing a chemical test.”
Timberlake was held overnight and released without bail following his arraignment. He faces additional charges for running a stop sign and failure to maintain his lane. His next court appearance is set for July 26, and is expected to be virtual, according to the Suffolk County district attorney’s office. The arrest followed Timberlake’s departure from the American Hotel, a well-known spot in the Hamptons.
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