Justin Timberlake avoids jail time, expected to pay small DUI fine

Justin Timberlake is one of the most recognizable stars in the music scene. Some time ago, the singer made headlines due to legal troubles. The star was arrested in New York in June for driving under the influence of alcohol. During the interrogation, he insisted he had "only one martini."

It is also worth mentioning that Justin Timberlake allegedly asked the officer for leniency at the time of his detention, as he claimed the arrest scandal would overshadow his career and ongoing concert tour. Unfortunately, the officer had no idea who he was.

The officer was so young that he didn't even recognize Timberlake. He did not know either his face or the singer's name, reported Page Six at the time.

Justin Timberlake's case is slowly coming to an end. Although the singer initially did not want to admit guilt, his lawyer and the district attorney's office in Suffolk County reached a settlement. According to DailyMail.com, a key element of the settlement is the 43-year-old's willingness to shoot a special charity film for Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

The star admitted to "driving with impaired ability due to alcohol consumption", which is a slightly lighter charge under American law than driving under the influence of alcohol.

Justin Timberlake had substantial reasons for concern, as he faced the possibility of imprisonment and a fine of up to $2,500. Because of the settlement, the star can expect a particularly lenient fine ranging from $300 to $500. The final amount of the fine will be determined when the star's case goes before Sag Harbor Village District Court. Foreign media also add that Justin may lose his driver's license for six months for refusing to take a breathalyzer test.