The singer gave a public service announcement outside the Sag Harbor police department on Friday.
Even if youve had one drink, dont get behind the wheel of a car, he said.
Theres so many alternatives.
Theres many travel apps.
Still, take a taxi.
I know that I certainly have.
Justin Timberlake gives a public safety announcement after pleading guilty to impaired driving.
I shouldve had better judgment, he said to the judge.
I understand the seriousness of this.
Judge Carl Irace expressed disappointment with the proposed plea deal put forward by prosecutors.
He questioned the appropriateness of the public announcement Timberlake intended to make shortly after the court proceedings.
My experience is that these conditions can prove helpful and even gratifying for the accused, the judge said.
Burke said the lesser charge Timberlake pleaded to is consistent with these facts.
Timberlake told the officer he had had one martini and was following some friends home, police said.
If a license is suspended in one state it should be suspended in all states.
Timberlake has been on tour for months in support of his latest album.
Justin has such a huge platform to the next generation.
People listen to him, she said after the singer had departed.
Five words I tell the kids when I go to the high schools is How are we getting home?
and he spoke about that.
I dont want another sister or a family to have to go through what we did.
Associated Press writer Dave Collins in Hartford, Connecticut, contributed to this report.
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