Justin Timberlake’s attorney claimed that the singer was not drunk when he was arrested in the DWI case.
Justin Timberlake was arrested in a DWI case in June of this year in Sag. Harbor, New York. At a post-case hearing on Friday, July 26, Timberlake’s lawyers claimed in court that the singer was not under the influence of alcohol when he was arrested for the felony. His lawyer addressed reporters after the court hearing.
Justin Timberlake’s lawyer asks for DWI charges to be dropped
While Timberlake is currently on a Forget Tomorrow World Tour in Europe, he did not go to court but will attend the upcoming hearing virtually. This trial took place hours before his show in Krakow, Poland.
In addition, Burke ( The attorney of Timberlake) told reporters that Timberlake was not intoxicated and expressed his belief that the charges would be dropped. In a statement to CNN, Burke said that seriously flawed police work unjustly stopped Timberlake and reiterated the fact of his innocence. Also, read – Britney Spears Deletes Post Criticizing New “Lucky” Music Video Calling it “Fake News”
He added that the singer has a great deal of respect for law enforcement and due process, as evidenced by his cooperation with officers. He said Timberlake has always respected law enforcement. He has also cooperated with police officers at all times and treated them with respect. Burke also emphasized how Justin has been respectful of the judicial process, including the district attorney and judge who was present in court during his hearing. He continued, “But the fact is that he was not intoxicated and they made a mistake arresting him for that. We are confident that this charge will be dismissed.”
However, he felt it was necessary to point out that the arrest was a mistake and predicted this would happen eventually.
Justin Timberlake has faith in the justice system
Justin Timberlake was arrested on June 18 for allegedly failing to stop at a stop sign and driving out of the lane. According to a representative for the police department, the singer was arrested after he allegedly failed to stop at a properly indicated stop sign and failed to stay in his lane.
According to the source, the singer and his wife, Jessica Biel, “have faith in their legal team and continue to focus on work and family.” The source added that the two have always had faith in each other’s careers and Biel never misses a show by the NSYNC alum.