Justin Timberlake: What Does His DWI Charge Mean?

On June 18, Justin Timberlake was arrested in the Hamptons after being stopped by the police while driving late at night. Pop icon Timberlake, amidst his Forget Tomorrow World Tour, faces a driving while being under the influence charge stemming from an alleged incident after a private gathering. With his mugshot going viral, fans are curious to know what exactly is a DWI charge.

Here’s all we know about Justin Timberlake’s arrest and his DWI charge.

What does a DWI charge mean?

A DWI charge is a legal charge that stands for “Driving While Intoxicated.”

According to Forbes, when a person is driving while intoxicated with alcohol or impaired by any drug, they can be charged with a DWI. There is not much of a difference between a DWI and a DUI.

However, some states differentiate between the two while others do not. In some places, a DWI is considered a more serious charge than a DUI.

Was Justin Timberlake driving while intoxicated?

Yes, Timberlake was driving while intoxicated, as per the formal statement by the Sag Harbor Police Department.

In the early hours of Tuesday, Timberlake was arrested after being pulled over by the police, in Long Island, New York. As per People, a source revealed that he was heading to a friend’s house after dinner at The American Hotel in Sag Harbor. According to the formal statement released by the police, The Social Network actor was driving a BMW when police officers spotted him “failing to stop at a duly posted stop sign and failing to maintain his lane of travel.”

“Mr. Timberlake was placed under arrest, processed, and held overnight for morning arraignment.” the statement further read. Additionally, as per NBC New York, Timberlake allegedly told officers, “I had one martini and I followed my friends home.”