Shia LaBeouf legal troubles

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FKA Twigs filed a new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf on March 26, 2026, alleging an 'unlawful' Non-Disclosure Agreement, following previous battery charges and a court order for LaBeouf to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation. As of March 1, 2026, LaBeouf is no longer in custody after surrendering to New Orleans police for an additional simple battery charge related to a February 17 incident, which now involves three alleged victims. A New Orleans judge ordered LaBeouf to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation and set a $100,000 bond on February 26, 2026, after his arrest for allegedly yelling homophobic slurs and hitting multiple people during Mardi Gras, dislocating one victim's nose. LaBeouf was released on a $5,000 bond for the new charge and faces two simple battery charges from the initial February 17 arrest.

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March 2026 — 2 developments

  1. FKA Twigs has filed a new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf, alleging an 'unlawful' Non-Disclosure Agreement.

    FKA Twigs has filed a new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf, alleging an 'unlawful' Non-Disclosure Agreement. This legal action follows previous battery charges and a court order for LaBeouf to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

  2. Shia LaBeouf is no longer in custody after voluntarily surrendering to New Orleans police on Saturday for an additional simple battery charge.

    Shia LaBeouf is no longer in custody after voluntarily surrendering to New Orleans police on Saturday for an additional simple battery charge. A judge set his bond at $5,000. This surrender is related to the February 17 incident, which now involves three alleged victims.

February 2026 — 10 developments

  1. Shia LaBeouf surrendered to New Orleans police on February 28, 2026, after a new warrant was issued …

    Shia LaBeouf surrendered to New Orleans police on February 28, 2026, after a new warrant was issued for an additional simple battery charge, bringing the total alleged victims to three. The new warrant accuses LaBeouf of head-butting a third person during the same February 17 incident. He had previously been released on his own recognizance.

  2. New Orleans police have issued a new warrant for Shia LaBeouf, alleging an additional victim in the Mardi Gras assault, bringing the total to three.

    New Orleans police have issued a new warrant for Shia LaBeouf, alleging an additional victim in the Mardi Gras assault, bringing the total to three. The actor was initially arrested on two counts of simple battery on February 17 and later ordered to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation with a $100,000 bond.

  3. A New Orleans judge ordered Shia LaBeouf to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation and set a $100,00…

    A New Orleans judge ordered Shia LaBeouf to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation and set a $100,000 bond on February 26, 2026, following his arrest on two counts of battery during Mardi Gras. LaBeouf was admonished by the judge for allegedly yelling homophobic slurs while hitting multiple people, and the police report indicated that LaBeouf dislocated one victim's nose.

  4. New details have emerged regarding Shia LaBeouf's Mardi Gras arrest in New Orleans.

    New details have emerged regarding Shia LaBeouf's Mardi Gras arrest in New Orleans. Police reports and videos indicate LaBeouf allegedly used homophobic slurs while assaulting patrons, with one victim stating LaBeouf targeted him over his appearance. Newly obtained video footage confirms LaBeouf struck at least two people with closed fists during the confrontation outside a bar. LaBeouf was released without bond.

  5. One of the men allegedly battered by Shia LaBeouf during Mardi Gras in New Orleans wants the actor to face hate crime charges.

    One of the men allegedly battered by Shia LaBeouf during Mardi Gras in New Orleans wants the actor to face hate crime charges. The victim, Jeffrey Damnit, stated that LaBeouf used homophobic slurs during the encounter and hopes prosecutors will pursue charges under Louisiana's hate crimes law. LaBeouf was arrested for alleged assault and battery.

  6. A police report released on February 19, 2026, states that Shia LaBeouf allegedly used homophobic sl…

    A police report released on February 19, 2026, states that Shia LaBeouf allegedly used homophobic slurs while assaulting multiple people at the Royal Street Inn & R Bar during Mardi Gras. The report details that LaBeouf became irate and aggressive throughout the night, striking individuals with a closed fist. One local entertainer identified in the report stated LaBeouf attacked him and used derogatory language.

  7. As of February 18, 2026, Shia LaBeouf has been released from custody in New Orleans following his Mardi Gras Day arrest for alleged assault.

    As of February 18, 2026, Shia LaBeouf has been released from custody in New Orleans following his Mardi Gras Day arrest for alleged assault. He faces two simple battery charges, and his next court appearance is scheduled for March 19, 2026. The incident has drawn attention due to LaBeouf's history of legal issues and public altercations.

  8. Shia LaBeouf made a virtual court appearance at noon on February 17, 2026, and was released on his own recognizance.

    Shia LaBeouf made a virtual court appearance at noon on February 17, 2026, and was released on his own recognizance. His next court hearing was tentatively scheduled for March 19, 2026. Reports indicated that LaBeouf was seen on Bourbon Street later that day with his release papers in his mouth.

  9. Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans at approximately 12:45 a.

    Shia LaBeouf was arrested in New Orleans at approximately 12:45 a.m. for allegedly assaulting two men outside a Royal Street business during Mardi Gras celebrations. He was charged with two counts of simple battery. According to police reports, LaBeouf became aggressive after being asked to leave a bar, attempted to hit the manager, and then assaulted two patrons. He was taken to a hospital for unknown injuries before his arrest.

  10. Shia LaBeouf posted a photo of himself on X (formerly Twitter) wearing Mardi Gras beads, signaling his presence in New Orleans for the festivities.

    Shia LaBeouf posted a photo of himself on X (formerly Twitter) wearing Mardi Gras beads, signaling his presence in New Orleans for the festivities.

July 2025 — 1 developments

  1. Shia LaBeouf and FKA twigs reached a settlement in the lawsuit filed by the singer in 2020.

    Shia LaBeouf and FKA twigs reached a settlement in the lawsuit filed by the singer in 2020. The details of the settlement were not publicly disclosed, but the resolution marked an end to the legal proceedings concerning allegations of abuse.

December 2020 — 1 developments

  1. English singer FKA twigs (Tahliah Barnett) filed a lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf, alleging sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress.

    English singer FKA twigs (Tahliah Barnett) filed a lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf, alleging sexual battery, assault, and infliction of emotional distress. Barnett claimed a pattern of "relentless" abuse, including knowingly exposing her to an STI, attempted strangulation, and slamming her against a car. LaBeouf denied the allegations in a court filing in 2021, stating any injuries were not his doing, though he had previously apologized after the lawsuit was filed.

July 2017 — 1 developments

  1. Shia LaBeouf was arrested in Savannah, Georgia, for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct.

    Shia LaBeouf was arrested in Savannah, Georgia, for public drunkenness and disorderly conduct. The arrest followed an incident captured on a livestream video where LaBeouf was heard using racial slurs and resisting officers. He was later sent to court-mandated rehabilitation and pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of obstruction, receiving a year of probation. According to Esquire, LaBeouf later reflected on this incident, calling it "mortifying" and acknowledging "white privilege and desperation and disaster."