Dan Mathieson, mayor of Bieber's native Stratford in Canada, publicly backed the troubled popstar after his series of run-ins with the law.
According to The Beacon Herald, Mathieson described Bieber as "a 19-year-old person who has made some errors".
He continued: "I don't condone them, but I also understand that we all have made errors in our life. I hope for his sake that he can get a reset, and get back to music and doing what he loves."
Bieber took to Twitter to express his gratitude and link to the mayor's comments.
never forget where you come from or those who supported you before anyone else. still the small town kid. thanks http://t.co/9gxipLe8JB
— Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) January 31, 2014
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The star was previously arrested in Miami on suspicion of driving under the influence, resisting arrest and driving with an expired licence. He has also separately been charged with the assault of a limousine driver.
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