Singer Justin Timberlake's lawyer claims the pop star was not drunk when he was arrested by police officers last month. Page Six. His first court hearing took place on Friday, where his lawyer Edward Burke said the police made a significant number of mistakes in the case.
"The most important fact to know about this case is that Justin was not drunk and should not have been arrested." added the lawyer.
Speaking outside Sag Harbor Village Justice Court, Mr. Burke said Timberlake respects law enforcement and cooperated with police officers at all times.
"But the fact remains, he was not drunk and they made a mistake arresting him for that. We are confident that this charge will be dismissed." said the lawyer.
Timberlake was not present at the session as the date clashed with the start of his 'Everything I Thought It Was' world tour, which kicked off at the Tauron Arena in Krakow. He is due back in court next month.
The arrest took place in Sag Harbor in the Hamptons, a popular summer destination for celebrities on Long Island.
