US EditionJustin Timberlake sues to block release of police video from 2024 drunken driving arrest in New York
Justin Timberlake argues releasing eight hours of 2024 Sag Harbor bodycam footage would cause irreparable harm and invade his privacy, despite public records law requirements.
- Justin Timberlake filed a lawsuit to prevent the release of an 8-hour police video from his 2024 drunken driving arrest, fearing public ridicule and harassment.
- Timberlake pleaded guilty to impaired driving in 2024 and negotiated a plea deal to downgrade the charge if he participated in a public safety announcement.
- Sag Harbour authorities planned to release the footage for transparency but faced opposition from Timberlake's lawyers who claimed it would harm his reputation.
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Justin Timberlake wants to prevent the recording of his arrest being published. They would expose Timberlake to "public mockery and harassment." US singer Justin Timberlake is legally opposed to the publication of recordings of the police bodycam, which were produced during his arrest in June 2024. This is reported, among other things, the "People" magazine, citing court documents. "Intimate, highly personal and sensitive details"The singer ther…
Justin Timberlake has apparently not forgotten the incident from 2024, when he was caught driving under the influence of illegal substances. His arrest resonated around the world, and he clearly still has bitter memories of the unpleasant event. Now he has even decided to sue the Sag Harbor police station, because he does not want the footage that recorded his behavior that June night to end up in the public domain.
Justin Timberlake petitions court to block release of drunk driving arrest body-cam video
The "SexyBack" singer was arrested on a DWI charge in 2024 and later pleaded guilty to a less serious offense in order to resolve the case.Justin Timberlake in 2022 in Santa Monica, CalifCredit: Matt Winkelmeyer/GettyThough seemingly resolved months after it began in 2024, Justin Timberlake's driving-while-intoxicated saga rages on.The "SexyBack" singer is seeking to block the release of police body-camera footage of his 2024 arrest in Sag Harbo…
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