Justin Timberlake is heading back to court to protect his image. On March 5, 2026, a New York judge granted a temporary restraining order against the Village of Sag Harbor, halting the public release of body camera footage from the singer's June 2024 arrest. The order keeps approximately eight hours of video under wraps until at least April 9, 2026, preventing what Timberlake’s lawyers describe as a violation of his privacy.

The legal battle began when Timberlake’s team, led by attorney Edward Burke Jr., filed a lawsuit in early March 2026. They argue that the raw footage contains "sensitive medical and personal details" that have no bearing on the public interest. According to the filing, the release of the unedited video would cause "irreparable harm" to the pop star’s global reputation. The village was reportedly preparing to release the files following multiple Freedom of Information Law requests.

This dispute stems from the June 18, 2024, incident where Timberlake was pulled over after leaving the American Hotel. While the singer eventually pleaded guilty to a non-criminal traffic violation of driving while ability impaired in September 2024, the specific details of the encounter remain a point of contention. For now, the "Selfish" singer has successfully kept the cameras off, with the next court hearing scheduled for April.