Gervonta Davis Speaks at Bond Hearing as Lawyer Says He Is the Victim
Gervonta Davis briefly addressed the court during a bond hearing following his arrest in Miami, as his attorney claimed the former world champion is “actually a victim” in the case.
Davis was released later the same day after bond was set at $16,000, with the court issuing a stay-away and no-contact order as part of the conditions of his release.
Davis appeared before a judge after being taken into custody on charges of attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment, and battery stemming from an alleged October incident.
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During the hearing, the court outlined strict conditions tied to his release.
Judge issues stay-away order as Davis responds
“Mr. Davis, you are ordered to stay away from the alleged victim,” the judge said. “No contact with the victim either directly, indirectly, in person, in writing, by telephone, or through third parties. Do you understand the stay-away order, sir?”
Davis responded simply, “Yes.”
The judge then summarized the charges before the court, stating: “Attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment, and battery.”
Attorney disputes allegations during hearing
During the proceeding, Davis’ attorney disputed the allegations.
“Where their alleged victim has lied to them in an effort to try and extort money out of somebody,” Davis’ lawyer told the court. “This case is going absolutely nowhere. The police officer who investigated this was lied to blatantly.”
An objection was raised during the exchange, with opposing counsel noting that probable cause had already been established.
“A judge has already found probable cause,” the attorney said.
Miami-Dade County Court
Davis’ lawyer then clarified that he was not seeking to relitigate the case during the hearing.
“All I’m asking is, Your Honor, leave the bond and issue the stay-away order,” he said. “I understand this is not my first date.”
Bond was left in place, and the no-contact order was formally issued as a condition of Davis’ release.
Lawyer reiterates “victim” claim in statement
Following the hearing, Davis’ attorney reiterated his position, saying the case would ultimately be viewed differently as it moves through the court.
“Gervonta Davis is actually a victim here, and I look forward to establishing that shocking narrative in court,” the lawyer said in a statement to The Associated Press.
“What has happened to Gervonta Davis in this case will transcend the initial charges against him and expose a level of criminality which will be talked about long after his charges are resolved.”
The case remains ongoing.
