- by foxnews
- 15 Jan 2025
Wallen's charges were reduced from felonies to misdemeanors during a hearing on Tuesday.
"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 in a statement shared with Fox News Digital. "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. Upon the successful completion of his probation, the charges will be eligible for dismissal and expungement.
"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."
The "Whiskey Glasses" singer was "cooperating fully" with the investigation, a rep for the musician told Fox News Digital at the time.
He was originally charged with disorderly conduct - a misdemeanor - and three counts of felony reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon.
"This is obviously a very complicated case," Wallen's lawyer, Worrick Robinson, told reporters after his first hearing - although the country music star was not in attendance. "It's not going to resolve itself without subpoenas and witnesses."
"Morgan's doing well," Robinson said of the "Last Night" singer amid the legal drama. "He's very busy, which is good. He's a family man, and I think this concert is especially special for him because his family lives close."
"I think those are the best times of his life," he explained. "When his house is full with family and nieces and his son and sisters. So, I think right now, it's a good time."
Following the chair-throwing incident, Wallen finished out his "One Night at a Time" tour. The "Wasted on You" singer took the stage for the final time in October for fans in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Now, fans have been questioning what's next for the country star and are hopeful he'll return to the stage in 2025.
"I'm taking a little bit of time for myself, but I'm working also, and I can't wait to get back out there and see y'all at some point next year. Appreciate it."
A social media user posted a photo of a suitcase tied with a ribbon that appeared to remind people of the new action movie "Carry-On," sparking references in the comment section.
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