Floyd Mayweather Faces Charges Over Fraudulent Check
Nevada officials have charged Floyd Mayweather with theft, as well as “intent to defraud,” following allegations of issuing a fraudulent check to a resale boutique for a $200,000 watch.
The boxing icon is facing two felony charges: “theft with a value of $100,000 or more” and “writing or delivering a check valued at $1,200 or more with intent to defraud.” According to court documents, Mayweather reportedly wrote a $200,000 check from Wells Fargo to Gold & Beyond in Las Vegas on December 31, 2024, without having enough funds to cover it. A receipt for an Audemars Piguet watch supposedly bought on December 25, 2024, was also obtained by the boutique.
The allegations suggest that Mayweather knowingly wrote checks to acquire goods or services, being aware they wouldn’t be honored if presented. Court records indicate this was done “intentionally, feloniously, and without lawful authority.”
If found guilty of fraud, Mayweather could face up to four years in prison. A felony theft conviction in Nevada carries a maximum penalty of 20 years.
Prosecutors filed the initial complaint on April 27, leading to a court order requiring his appearance. On Monday, Mayweather’s legal team represented him in Clark County Court.
Mark Cook, an attorney representing Gold & Beyond, stated that delays arose because they wanted to give Mayweather a chance to address the situation properly. He added that now Mayweather has had the watch for over a year without receiving payment or clarity.
Mayweather’s attorney, Adrian Lobo, denied the allegations, asserting the issue should not be treated as a criminal matter. She emphasized that Mayweather had a long-term business relationship with the owners of Gold & Beyond and claimed he had “no intent to defraud” anyone.
“This matter does not belong in a criminal court,” Lobo remarked, expressing confidence that Mayweather would be vindicated through the legal process.
As a result of this case, Mayweather faces no travel restrictions and is scheduled to appear before a judge again on September 17.
In addition to these legal troubles, Mayweather is reportedly facing financial difficulties. The IRS has filed liens against him for over $7.2 million in unpaid taxes dating back to 2018 and 2023. Furthermore, he is pursuing lawsuits against Showtime for $340 million and against a former business associate for $175 million, according to court documents.
Despite these issues, Mayweather is set to compete against kickboxer Mike Zambidis in Athens, Greece, on June 27. A close source mentioned that he has retained his passport and plans to leave later this week.
