Kyle Chrisley, the eldest son of Todd Chrisley and Julie Chrisley, was arrested Saturday night in Rutherford County on multiple criminal charges, according to local officials.
Authorities said the 34-year-old was taken into custody around 7 p.m. and later booked into the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center.
Charges Filed Against Kyle Chrisley
Officials listed several charges stemming from the arrest, including:
- Domestic assault
- Public intoxication
- Disorderly conduct
- Resisting arrest
- Three counts of assaulting a first responder
- Three counts of retaliation for past actions
Authorities have not released a full incident report detailing the events that led to the arrest.
What Led to the Arrest
While details remain limited, the scope of the charges suggests a serious legal situation beyond a routine misdemeanor arrest.
The arrest comes months after Kyle Chrisley and his wife, Ashleigh, filed a lawsuit against Rutherford County and two sheriff’s deputies. According to the filing, the suit relates to a September 2024 aggravated assault arrest, which the couple claims was unjust.
Court documents allege that a mechanic caused a disturbance outside their home—threatening violence and damaging property—yet deputies took Kyle into custody instead of arresting the individual they said was responsible. The lawsuit seeks $1.7 million in damages and attorney fees, citing reputational harm and emotional distress.
Kyle Chrisley’s Personal and Family Background
Kyle Chrisley is the biological father of Chloe Chrisley, who was later adopted by Todd and Julie Chrisley. He has previously spoken publicly about struggles with substance abuse and past mistakes.
In 2019, Kyle shared a Facebook post acknowledging his drug use and seeking forgiveness from his father, stating that Todd welcomed him back into the family.
Kyle is best known through his association with the family’s reality television series Chrisley Knows Best.
Context Surrounding the Arrest
The arrest comes shortly after Donald Trump issued a pardon for Todd and Julie Chrisley following their convictions for tax evasion and bank fraud. The couple had served a combined 28 months in prison before receiving clemency.
Officials have not indicated whether Kyle’s current charges are connected to any prior legal matters involving the family.
