Justin Timberlake Expected to Change DWI Plea to Guilty
The singer was arrested in Memphis, Tennessee, in March 2018
Justin Timberlake is expected to change his plea to guilty in a drunk driving case, according to multiple reports. The singer was arrested in Memphis, Tennessee, in March 2018, after police said they found him behind the wheel of a golf cart with an open container of alcohol.
Timberlake was charged with driving under the influence and refusing a blood test
Timberlake was charged with driving under the influence and refusing a blood test. He initially pleaded not guilty to the charges, but is now expected to change his plea to guilty as part of a deal with prosecutors.
The plea deal is expected to include a suspended sentence and probation
The plea deal is expected to include a suspended sentence and probation. Timberlake will also likely be required to complete an alcohol education program.
Timberlake has apologized for his actions
Timberlake has apologized for his actions, saying in a statement that he "deeply regrets" his decision to drive while intoxicated. He said he is "committed to fulfilling my obligations to the court, my family, and my fans."
The plea change is expected to be finalized on Wednesday
The plea change is expected to be finalized on Wednesday in a Memphis courtroom. Timberlake is not expected to attend the hearing.
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