Patrick Mahomes' Dad Arrested After Alleged Probation Violation

The former MLB player could face up to 10 years in prison if found guilty of violating his probation from a 2024 DWI conviction.

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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Patrick Mahomes Sr., the father of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, was reportedly arrested after he allegedly violated his probation following his third DWI. Mahomes Sr. was booked into the Smith County Jail in Texas for allegedly consuming alcohol, which violated the terms of his probation. If found guilty, he could face up to 10 years in prison.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of repeat offenders and the need for effective rehabilitation and monitoring programs, especially for high-profile individuals whose actions can have a broader impact on their families and communities.

The details

Mahomes Sr. pleaded guilty to his third DWI in 2024 and was sentenced to five years of probation and one year of "intense supervision." His alcohol ankle monitor allegedly delivered a high reading on Jan. 1, and two subsequent urine tests came back negative. A motion has been filed to end the violation, and Mahomes Sr. can challenge the allegations.

  • In February 2024, Mahomes Sr. was arrested for his third DWI, with a blood alcohol content of 0.23.
  • In August 2024, Mahomes Sr. pleaded guilty to the DWI charge and was sentenced to five years of probation and one year of "intense supervision."
  • On January 1, 2026, Mahomes Sr.'s alcohol ankle monitor allegedly delivered a high reading.
  • On January 5 and January 9, 2026, Mahomes Sr. took two urine test analyses that allegedly came back negative.

The players

Patrick Mahomes Sr.

The 55-year-old father of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, who has a history of DWI arrests and is currently on probation for his third offense.

Patrick Mahomes

The 30-year-old NFL quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, who has spoken out about his father's previous DWI incident.

Jacob Putman

The Smith County District Attorney who provided information about Mahomes Sr.'s alleged probation violation.

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What they’re saying

“It was during that Super Bowl. It became a story, and so, I had to answer questions about it.”

— Patrick Mahomes, NFL Quarterback (ESPN)

“For him to have to answer questions about me was probably the most embarrassing thing I've ever been through in my life. I called him right after and I told him, I said, 'I'm sorry that it's taking away from your time and taking away from your focus.'”

— Patrick Mahomes Sr. (PEOPLE)

What’s next

A hearing date has not been set for Mahomes Sr., and he can challenge the allegations of the probation violation.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of repeat offenders and the need for effective rehabilitation and monitoring programs, especially for high-profile individuals whose actions can have a broader impact on their families and communities.