Morgan Wallen’s Attorney Shares Statement After Plea Deal & Sentencing
on Dec 13, 2024
Morgan Wallen Sentenced To Seven Days At A DUI Education Center And Two Years Probation
Morgan Wallen‘s attorney issued a statement following the singer’s plea hearing and sentencing on Thursday (December 12th).
Wallen was arrested in Nashville in April after allegedly throwing a chair off of Eric Church‘s Chief’s bar. The chair landed a few feet away from two Metro Nashville police officers standing on the ground below.
The “I Had Some Help” singer’s original charges included three felony counts of reckless endangerment and a misdemeanor count of disorderly conduct.
Earlier this week, it was reported that Wallen’s case would move on to a grand jury. However, his attorney later revealed that Wallen would enter a plea in court.
Wallen pled guilty to two misdemeanor counts of reckless endangerment during a plea hearing on December 12th. These counts were reduced from their original felony status.
Judge Cynthia Chappell sentenced Wallen to serve seven days in a DUI education center and two years of probation.
Footage from the hearing shows Wallen appearing attentive as he answered Judge Chappell’s questions. During the roughly ten-minute hearing, he said little other than “no, ma’am” and “yes, ma’am.”
Morgan Wallen’s Attorney Worrick Robinson IV Issues Statement After His Sentencing
Worrick Robinson IV, Wallen’s attorney, issued a statement after the singer’s plea hearing and sentencing on December 12th.
“Earlier today (12/12/24), Morgan Wallen appeared in Davidson County Circuit Court with Judge Cynthia Chappell presiding where he entered a conditional plea pursuant to Tennessee’s Diversion Statute that does not result in a conviction,” Robinson said, as quoted by PEOPLE. “The plea agreement with the Office of the District Attorney requires Mr. Wallen to spend 7 days at a DUI Education Center, be on probation for 2 years — one year for each of the misdemeanor charges for reckless endangerment— pay a $350 fine and court fees.”
Robinson added:
“Mr. Wallen has cooperated fully with authorities throughout these last eight months, directly communicating and apologizing to all involved. Mr. Wallen remains committed to making a positive impact through his music and foundation.”
Robinson noted that if Wallen completes his probation, then “the charges will be eligible for dismissal and expungement.“
Stay tuned for any updates on this story.
