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Justin Timberlake Pleads Guilty to Driving While Impaired
Body-camera footage shows singer's 2024 traffic stop in Sag Harbor, New York
Mar. 21, 2026 at 10:19pm
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Body-camera footage of Justin Timberlake's 2024 traffic stop in Sag Harbor, New York was released on Friday. The singer pleaded guilty to a low-level charge of driving while impaired after being pulled over for veering off the road and failing to stop at stop signs. Timberlake was cooperative during the stop and acknowledged he was on a world tour when questioned by the officer.
Why it matters
The release of the body-cam footage provides a rare glimpse into the legal troubles of a major celebrity. While Timberlake faced relatively minor charges, the incident highlights the challenges famous individuals can face when it comes to maintaining a public image and adhering to the law, especially when traveling for work.
The details
According to the footage, the officer pulled Timberlake over for veering off the road and failing to stop at stop signs. Timberlake acknowledged he was driving a rental car while on tour. After performing field sobriety tests, the officer determined Timberlake was impaired and placed him under arrest for suspicion of driving while intoxicated. Timberlake was then held overnight before being arraigned the following morning, where he ultimately pleaded guilty to a low-level charge.
- The traffic stop occurred in 2024.
- The body-camera footage was released on Friday, March 21, 2026.
The players
Justin Timberlake
A popular American singer, songwriter, and actor who was arrested for driving while impaired in Sag Harbor, New York in 2024.
Sag Harbor Police Department
The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and arrest of Justin Timberlake in 2024.
What they’re saying
“So the reason for the stop is because of you're veering off to the left and then you're not stopping at the stop signs.”
— Police Officer
“Yeah, sorry about that.”
— Justin Timberlake
“At this point, based on the observations, you're under arrest for suspicion of driving while intoxicated.”
— Police Officer
“You guys are wild man.”
— Justin Timberlake
What’s next
Timberlake was held overnight before being arraigned the following morning, where he ultimately pleaded guilty to a low-level charge of driving while impaired.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a reminder that even high-profile celebrities are not immune to legal troubles, and must be held accountable for their actions like anyone else. While Timberlake faced relatively minor charges, the release of the body-cam footage provides a cautionary tale about the importance of responsible behavior, especially when traveling and working in the public eye.
