Kiefer Sutherland Arrested: Ride-Share Dispute Leads to Arrest
Kiefer Sutherland arrested on Suspicion of Felony Criminal Threats
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Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Los Angeles on September 16, 2023, on suspicion of felony criminal threats following an altercation at a West Hollywood nightclub. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) initiated the arrest after responding to a reported assault.
details of the Arrest and Allegations
The arrest stemmed from an incident at the Argyle nightclub on Sunset Boulevard. According to the Los Angeles Police Department’s official news release, Sutherland allegedly became involved in a physical altercation with other patrons. during the altercation, he is alleged to have made verbal threats that constituted a felony.
LAPD Investigation and Charges
The LAPD investigated the incident and afterward arrested Sutherland. Felony criminal threats, under California Penal Code Section 422, involve a credible threat of committing violence against another person.
According to FindLaw’s summary of California Penal Code 422, a conviction can result in imprisonment in state prison for up to four years.
Sutherland’s Response and Legal Representation
Sutherland’s representative, Stephen Huvane, released a statement to NBC News stating that Sutherland was cooperating with the authorities and that they believed the situation woudl be resolved favorably. He was released on bail the following day, September 17, 2023.
Court Proceedings and Current Status (as of January 14, 2026)
As of January 14, 2026, Kiefer Sutherland has pleaded not guilty to the charges. A preliminary hearing was held on November 21, 2023, where a judge found sufficient evidence to proceed to trial. The Los Angeles Times reported that the trial is currently scheduled to begin on March 15, 2026, at the Los angeles county Superior Court.
- Los angeles Police Department (LAPD): The agency investigating and responsible for the arrest. (https://www.lapdonline.org/)
- Argyle Nightclub: The location where the incident occurred. (https://www.argylehollywood.com/)
- California Penal Code Section 422: The law defining the crime of felony criminal threats. (https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=422)
- Stephen Huvane: Sutherland’s publicist.
- Los Angeles County Superior Court: The court handling the case. (https://www.lacourt.org/)