Rape Charges For Houston Texans Minority Owner Javier Loya Dismissed; Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor

The criminal case involving Houston Texans Minority Owner Javier Loya has come to a conclusion

In August of 2023, Houston Texans minority owner Javier Loya was facing rape charges in the state of Kentucky. In total, Loya faced one count of first-degree rape as well as five counts of first-degree sexual abuse, and one count of third-degree sexual abuse.

On Monday, the case finally came to a resolution, with all seven charges being dismissed, and Loya pleading guilty to a misdemeanor charge of harassment with intent to annoy. He also paid a $100 fine. Loya had also agreed to step down from football activities while the case was pending.

Loya's attorney, Andrew J. Sarne, released a statement to Pro Football Talk following the decision from the court.

Nov 26, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans limited partner Javier Loya walks the sidelines prior

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“In May of 2023, charges against Javier Loya were brought by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, which Mr. Loya immediately and vigorously denied,” Sarne said in the statement. “After a thorough examination of evidence over the last year, the prosecution has dismissed all seven counts. Mr. Loya has agreed to accept a charge of ‘harassment with intent to annoy’, a class B misdemeanor. A $100.00 fine was paid by Mr. Loya.

“While still expressing his innocence, this process has been very difficult for him and his family. Throughout this ordeal, Mr. Loya had unwavering faith in the legal system despite enduring intense public scrutiny and prejudgment before due process was completely afforded to him. With this resolution, Mr. Loya will focus on family and a return to normality.”

Though the case has now been resolved in the courts, the NFL will reportedly review Loya's situation under the league's Personal Conduct Policy.