A DeKalb County judge has dismissed burglary charges against “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta” star Karlie Redd, ending a high-profile criminal case that stemmed from an April arrest involving her estranged husband.
Redd, whose legal name is Karlie Lewis, was accused of entering the home of Teleau Belton without authorization and taking personal belongings. She was later released on bond. The DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office formally declined to prosecute the case last week, citing insufficient evidence to secure a conviction.
“It is hereby considered, ordered, and adjudged that the above-styled case be nolle prossed,” reads the order signed by Judge LaTisha Dear Jackson. “While probable cause exists, the State is unable to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.”
Karlie Redd’s Burglary Charges Dropped
Redd’s attorney, Steve Sadow—a prominent Atlanta defense lawyer who also represents former President Donald Trump in his Georgia election case—shared the court order on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday (Oct. 22).
“The bogus case against my client, Karlie Redd (Lewis), one of the stars of ‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta,’ has been dismissed,” Sadow wrote.
The decision marks a legal victory for Redd following months of public scrutiny and ongoing divorce proceedings with Belton. Earlier this year, Belton was charged in Fulton County with family violence battery against Redd. At that time, Sadow expressed confidence that his client would be cleared of wrongdoing.
In a written statement, Redd maintained her innocence and criticized the original allegations.
“I was never guilty of the claims made against me,” she said. “These accusations were false and fueled by misleading statements from my ex-husband. The dismissal of all charges confirms the truth. I’m grateful for my legal team, my family, and my supporters who stood by me. My focus now is on healing, advocacy, and continuing my work.”
Redd recently opened Red Room Bistro, a new restaurant in downtown Atlanta, and continues to support domestic abuse survivors through her nonprofit, the Big Heart Foundation. The case’s dismissal closes a turbulent chapter in the reality star’s personal and legal battles.
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