Overview
- Josh Jacobs pleaded no contest to misdemeanor battery and criminal damage on Thursday, Sept. 10, was fined $1,000 for the battery count, and accepted a deferred judgment and conditions that could lead to dismissal of the damage charge after a year.
- Attorneys for Jacobs’ ex-girlfriend filed a motion on Tuesday, Sept. 15, asking the court to permanently seal police reports, video, photos and other discovery to protect her privacy, dignity and safety.
- Prosecutors said surveillance footage from Jacobs’ garage corroborated portions of the victim’s statement, making the video central to factual assessment in the criminal case.
- The NFL is seeking access to the sealed video as part of its Personal Conduct Policy review, and Jacobs remains on the commissioner’s exempt list so he cannot practice or play while the league investigates.
- A judge previously issued a temporary sealing order after a defense request and the court’s final ruling will shape public access, what the NFL may consider in discipline and how long the Packers will be without their lead running back.