Judge in Justin Timberlake’s DWI Case Criticizes Prosecutor for Lack of Preparation at Hearing
On August 9, 2024, a court hearing regarding pop star Justin Timberlake’s DWI case took place in the Hamptons. The session was marked by tense exchanges between the judge and the prosecution, with Sag Harbor Village Justice Carl Irace expressing anger over the prosecutor’s lack of preparedness. The judge had expected the legal team to be more thorough in reviewing and organizing evidence for the trial, but it was clear that they were not ready. This criticism added another layer of complexity to the case.
Timberlake, who was touring Europe with his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, did not attend the hearing himself. His lawyer, Edward Burke Jr., represented him in court. Despite some comments about Timberlake’s absence, the focus was primarily on the procedural aspects of the hearing.
The case stemmed from an incident on June 18, 2024, when Timberlake was arrested in Sag Harbor for drunk driving. Despite the allegations, Timberlake’s defense maintains his innocence, arguing that he was not intoxicated at the time of his arrest and that there were errors by the police. The legal process has seen various developments, including a guilty plea to a modified charge and the suspension of Timberlake’s driving privileges in New York.
During the hearing, Burke withdrew a motion to dismiss the case, which had initially been filed in July. Judge Irace criticized the prosecution and warned against public statements that could result in a gag order or Timberlake’s return from his tour for court appearances. The next hearing is scheduled for September 13, 2024.
The arrest report detailed Timberlake’s poor performance in sobriety tests and the officer’s observations of his intoxicated state. The case continues to attract attention due to Timberlake’s celebrity status and ongoing legal battles.
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