Just walked out of the courtroom in downtown Charlotte.

   Carolina Panthers second-year wide receiver Dwyane Jarrett pleaded guilty on Monday to a charge of driving while impaired. He was given a 30-day suspended sentence, ordered to pay $420 in fines and complete 24 hours of community service.

   Jarrett was arrested in Mint Hill in March after recording a blood alcohol level of 0.12.

   Jarrett will enter Stage 1 of the NFL's substance abuse program but it not likely to be suspended.

   "I am happy to get it over with," Jarrett said. "I've been waiting  for this trial. This is a thing that happened and you learn from your mistakes. Things have been going on a positive note (with the Panthers) besides this. I'm looking forward to better things to happen."

  The charge of running a red light was dropped.