Timberlake pleads guilty in drink-drive court deal

Justin Timberlake has reached a plea deal to bring his drink-driving case in the US to an end.

The pop star, who was originally charged with driving while intoxicated, has appeared in court in New York state, where he pleaded guilty to the less serious traffic offence of driving while impaired, which is non-criminal.

Timberlake has been ordered to pay a $500 (£380) fine with a $260 (£200) surcharge, do 25 hours of community service and make a public safety announcement outside court.

“Even if you’ve had one drink don’t get behind the wheel of a car,” the singer said.

“This is a mistake I have made, but I hope whoever is watching and listening right now can learn from this. I know I certainly have.”

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