B.J. Penn Arrested: Restraining Order Violation & Abuse Charges
- He was arrested Thursday for allegedly violating a temporary restraining order related to a family matter.
- Hawaii Island police took Penn into custody after he entered a Hilo residence, according to Big Island Now.
- He is scheduled to appear in family court Friday morning.
B.J. Penn is back in the news, arrested yet again for violating a restraining order and facing abuse charges. The former UFC champion’s tumultuous past few weeks take another turn as he was taken into custody for the fourth time in just over two weeks, this time stemming from a family dispute involving his mother. Court documents reveal troubling details, including claims of Penn’s increasingly erratic behaviour. Penn has also addressed mental health worries via Instagram. Learn more about Penn’s recent legal battles. News Directory 3 keeps you informed. Discover what’s next for the MMA legend.
B.J. Penn Arrested Again for Restraining Order Violation
Updated June 13,2025
Former UFC champion and MMA legend B.J. Penn’s legal troubles continue. He was arrested Thursday for allegedly violating a temporary restraining order related to a family matter.
Hawaii Island police took Penn into custody after he entered a Hilo residence, according to Big Island Now. Authorities said Penn’s entry violated the terms of a restraining order that had been extended earlier in the week. The residence is reportedly shared with his mother.
Penn was processed and released on $3,000 bail. He is scheduled to appear in family court Friday morning. This arrest is the fourth for Penn in just over two weeks. he was previously arrested on allegations of abuse against his 79-year-old mother, lorraine Shin, who accused him of psychological torment.
court documents detail claims that penn had become increasingly delusional,alleging his mother was an imposter trying to seize family property. A judge ordered Penn to stay at least 100 feet away from his mother and 100 yards from her residence or workplace. The temporary restraining order is in effect until late November.
B.J. Penn Responds to Mental Health concerns
Amid growing concerns about his mental health, B.J. Penn has taken to Instagram. He posted an image questioning why he should be hospitalized for sharing his views online.
The post, which included news clips about a proposed mental health evaluation, featured a caption dismissing the legal actions against him as punishment for telling the truth. This follows multiple arrests involving alleged abuse of his mother and violations of a restraining order.
”Imagine having to go to a mental hospital for a tweet or an Instagram post that you put up to find out who the rulers are. All you have to do is see who tries to incarcerate or asylum you after telling the truth #hawaii”
What’s next
The MMA community watches as B.J. Penn faces his legal challenges and mental health concerns. His upcoming court appearances will determine the next steps in the restraining order case.