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Terrion Arnold's criminal case has a status hearing on December 15

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terrion Arnold faces mounting legal challenges as his case takes a critical turn. Co-defendant Boakai Hilton has entered a guilty plea and agreed to testify against Arnold, significantly altering the trajectory of the proceedings.

The next court appearance is scheduled for December 15, where a status hearing will determine the next steps—though a trial before the end of the 2026 season now appears highly unlikely. Arnold’s eligibility to play in 2026 hinges on an improbable plea deal that includes jail time and an unpaid suspension of fewer than 17 games, with credit for time already spent on paid leave.

Given the severity of the alleged armed robbery and kidnapping—aimed at recovering stolen property from a home Arnold rented—the prosecution is expected to push for a resolution without leniency. Arnold’s legal team, led by attorney Harvey Steinberg, would need an extraordinary outcome, such as a dismissal of charges, to restore his playing status this season.

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