New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith will not face criminal charges after Florida law enforcement closed its investigation into a June 21 incident at his Davie, Fla., residence, though authorities said the case could be reopened if new evidence emerges.
According to an investigative report obtained by ESPN, Davie police have designated the case as inactive after concluding that the available evidence did not support additional investigative steps. The decision ends the criminal inquiry for now but does not permanently close the matter.
Investigators wrote, “No further investigative steps can be reasonably taken with the information presently available,” signaling that detectives had exhausted the evidence currently available to them.
The investigation began after a woman publicly identified as “Kristen” posted a video on social media alleging that Smith “beat my ass.” Davie police opened an inquiry to determine whether the allegation warranted criminal charges. After reviewing the evidence, investigators declined to recommend prosecution.
Authorities also noted that the investigation could resume if new witness testimony or additional evidence becomes available.
New York Jets’ QB Geno Smith Faces No Charges After Investigation In June’s Domestic Incident, NFL Can Still Investigate
While the criminal case has concluded, the NFL could still review the matter under its Personal Conduct Policy. The league acknowledged the situation on June 23, stating it was “aware” of the allegation but offering no further comment.
The NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy operates independently of the criminal justice system. As a result, the league can investigate allegations even when no charges are filed or convictions are obtained. Whether the NFL pursues its own inquiry remains uncertain.
Smith has not been charged with a crime in connection with the June incident.
The veteran quarterback returns to New York after the Jets reacquired him from the Las Vegas Raiders. The move reunited Smith with the franchise that selected him in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He is expected to enter the 2026 season as the Jets’ starting quarterback.
For now, the legal process has concluded in Davie. However, investigators left the door open for the case to be revived if new evidence surfaces. Until then, Smith remains free of criminal charges as he prepares for the upcoming NFL season with the Jets.
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