By Daily Mail (U.S.) | Created at 2025-01-22 23:20:19 | Updated at 2025-01-23 02:35:28
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Charges will not be filed against James Kennedy following his arrest for domestic violence last month.
His attorney, Scott Leemon, released a statement announcing that the Burbank City Attorney's Office decided not to pursue charges against the Vanderpump Rules alum.
'I was just informed by the Burbank City Attorney's Office that no charges will be filed against James Kennedy. I want to thank them for conducting a thorough and professional review of the matter involving my client, James Kennedy,' the statement read.
'Their diligent investigation confirmed what we have maintained from the beginning—there were no grounds for any charges to be filed against Mr. Kennedy. James is grateful to have this matter behind him and is looking forward to continuing to focus on his sobriety and his DJ career.
The decision comes a month after Kennedy was arrested. Burbank Police Department responded to a call about a 'man and woman arguing' at his residence around 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 11.
At this time, there has been no confirmation Kennedy's girlfriend, Ally Lewber, was the reported victim.
Charges will not be filed against James Kennedy following his arrest for domestic violence last month
The arrest occurred after Kennedy and Ally attended Kathy Hilton's Christmas bash together.
The Burbank Police Daily Arrest Log reported that an officer spoke with both Kennedy and a woman that night inside a residence after receiving a 9-1-1 call, according to TMZ.
While there, the woman, whose name was not revealed, told investigators she had been picked up by her boyfriend and that he threw her to the ground.
Police on the scene said they did not see any visible injuries on the alleged victim, but arrested Kennedy for misdemeanor domestic battery upon spouse/co-habitant.
Officers were initially summoned to the residence on reports Kennedy had gotten into an argument with the woman and grabbed.
Lewber subsequently spoke out on his arrest in a statement on her Instagram stories.
She penned, 'Thank you to everyone who has reached out with love and support and for checking in on me.'
'I'm okay and taking the time I need right now. I deeply appreciate all the kindness and respect for my privacy during this time.'
His attorney, Scott Lemon, released a statement announcing that James will not be hit with any charges
Kennedy also broke his silence on the arrest, writing on Instagram: 'I am committed to making meaningful changes in my life.
'I am taking time to focus on my sobriety, personal growth and being present for my loved ones.
'Navigating challenging moments is not easy but I am determined to learn, grow and move forward with the incredible support system around me.'
The arrest occurred after Kennedy and Ally attended Kathy Hilton 's Christmas bash together; pictured at Hilton's bash
Lewber has been dating Kennedy since 2022
Kennedy was released after paying a $20,000 bail, according to police records.
Kennedy's attorney, Scott Leeman, tried to downplay the severity of the incident, telling the outlet, 'We understand that there were no injuries and we are hoping that, after careful review, the city's attorney will decide not to file formal charges.'
A source told People: 'James was acting super aggressive all night long.'
'He was acting so erratic, running back and forth to the bar and body-checking people along the way,' the source alleged. 'He appeared inebriated. Spent the evening mostly alone but when he did speak to people, he appeared irritated and rude.'
Attorneys for Kennedy told DailyMail.com Friday: 'We are in the process of conducting our own investigation into the allegations levied by the Burbank Police Department against James.
'We understand that there were no injuries and we are hoping that, after careful review, the city’s attorneys will decide not to file formal charges.'
Kennedy has been dating Lewber since 2022, following the end of his engagement to Rachel Leviss.
