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International Business Times UK
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Shia LaBeouf Avoids Jail, but Must Enter Rehab After Striking Two People in New Orleans

Shia LaBeouf has steered clear of immediate jail time. But the 39‑year‑old actor now faces compulsory rehabilitation and a host of legal conditions after a violent brawl in New Orleans that left two people injured during Mardi Gras festivities.

At a hearing on Feb. 26, a judge set a £80,000 ($100,000) bond and ordered LaBeouf to enter drug and alcohol treatment, submit to regular testing, and avoid contact with the alleged victims. The decision came after prosecutors presented evidence that LaBeouf not only struck two men but also reportedly used homophobic slurs, raising serious safety concerns.

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