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Jimmie Ward Arrested Again for Bond Violation After Positive Alcohol Test

His overnight detention under a zero-tolerance bail condition sets the stage for an August 13 court appearance

Overview

  • Ward remains charged with a third-degree felony domestic violence offense from a June incident in Magnolia, Texas
  • On August 7, he was taken into custody for consuming alcohol in breach of his $30,000 bond terms
  • A judge imposed an overnight jail sanction and scheduled a court hearing for August 13 and a grand jury review on August 31
  • Ward has yet to practice with the Texans while on the physically unable to perform list following offseason foot surgery
  • The Texans and the NFL are cooperating with the legal process under the league’s personal-conduct policy