Misdemeanor gun charge against James Harden dismissed by Texas judge
Summary
A misdemeanor gun charge against NBA player James Harden in Texas was dropped after he completed a program that lets people avoid a criminal record by doing community service. Harden was arrested for having a handgun in his vehicle without a license, which is against Texas law.Key Facts
- James Harden, a Cleveland Cavaliers player, faced a misdemeanor gun charge in Texas.
- The charge was dismissed after Harden completed an alternative resolution program.
- The program allows avoiding a criminal conviction through community service.
- Harden was arrested on June 13 in Houston for having a handgun in plain view in his vehicle without a license.
- Texas law makes this a misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine up to $4,000.
- Harden finished his 17th NBA season in May, averaging 23.6 points per game.
- Harden declined a $42.3 million contract option to pursue a longer deal with the Cavaliers.
- Harden has been an 11-time All-Star and won the MVP award for the 2017-18 NBA season.
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