Here is Joba Chamberlain's statement on his recent arrest, according to Bryan Hoch:

"I want to apologize to the New York Yankees and the fans for an error in judgment and for putting myself in a difficult situation," Chamberlain said in a statement released by his agent, Randy Hendricks. "I intend to properly resolve this situation, and do not intend to be in such a situation again. My goal is to focus on pitching for the Yankees in the 2009 season."

Meanwhile, his court date has been set, reports the AP. It's December 17.