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Jameson Williams legal and disciplinary matters

Overview

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has navigated two distinct legal and disciplinary issues.

In late September, Oakland County prosecutors announced they would not file charges against Williams following an investigation by the Novi Police Department into an alleged assault at his home in August. Prosecutors concluded there was no cause to file charges after reviewing statements, photos, videos, and communications. Williams’ legal counsel described the allegations as “baseless.”

In October, Williams successfully appealed two NFL fines totaling $26,867. The penalties, issued for an illegal celebration involving a smoking motion and a taunting charge during a game against the Buffalo Bills, were rescinded by appeals officer Derrick Brooks. Brooks advised Williams to celebrate in a “professional manner possible.”

Entities

Detroit Lions · Jameson Williams · Oakland County Prosecutor's Office · Novi Police Department · Derrick Brooks

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Jameson Williams wins appeal of NFL celebration fines

    Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams won appeals for two NFL fines totaling $26,867 related to celebrations during a Week 2 game against the Buffalo Bills.

  2. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Jameson Williams cleared of charges after assault investigation

    Prosecutors declined to charge Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams following an investigation into an alleged August assault, which Williams' attorneys deny.

Sources

bleacherreport.com · heavy.com · hotnewhiphop.com · nbcsports.com · prideofdetroit.com · si.com