Justin Timberlake’s DWI Arrest Footage Released: ‘I’m a Little Nervous… My Heart Is Racing’

Following a legal settlement, body camera footage from the Sag Harbor Village Police Department documenting Justin Timberlake's arrest for driving while intoxicated in June 2024 has been made public. The singer and actor, who rose to fame in the late 1990s as a member of the iconic boy band *NSYNC before forging a multi-decade solo career, had initially filed a lawsuit to block the release, arguing it would cause "severe and irreparable harm" to his reputation. That suit has now been withdrawn as part of an agreement, with a judge authorizing the footage's disclosure.

The video, obtained by local outlet the Sag Harbor Express, shows the initial traffic stop after police observed Timberlake's vehicle failing to stay in its lane. During the interaction, the performer referenced his professional commitments, telling officers, "I'm on a world tour... Hard to explain. A'm Justin Timberlake." The footage proceeds to document field sobriety tests, where Timberlake, audibly stating he was "a little nervous" and that his "heart is racing," struggled with tasks like a walking test. According to the arresting officer's report, Timberlake's eyes appeared "bloodshot" and "glassy," and he stated he had consumed one martini before declining a breathalyzer test.

The arrest took place in Sag Harbor, a well-known enclave on Long Island's East End that has long been a summer retreat for artists and celebrities. The criminal case itself was resolved three months after the June incident. Timberlake pleaded guilty to the lesser violation of driving while ability impaired (DWAI), rather than the original misdemeanor DWI charge. His sentence included a $500 fine and a requirement to complete 25 to 40 hours of community service, a typical outcome for first-time offenders in New York State who engage in plea negotiations.

Legal experts note that the public release of such evidence, while increasingly common, plays a significant role in shaping the narrative around high-profile legal matters. "The court of public opinion often renders a verdict long before the legal system does, making controlled disclosure a critical part of modern crisis management for public figures," observes Dr. Anya Sharma, a professor of media and law. Timberlake's legal team has not issued a statement regarding the newly public footage. This resolution closes a chapter on an incident that briefly interrupted his ongoing world tour, which supports his first solo album in six years.