Former WWE star found not guilty following multi-year legal battle
Summary
– Ted DiBiase Jr. found not guilty on all 13 federal charges
– Jury reached verdict after roughly four hours of deliberation
– Case dated back to 2023 involving alleged misuse of federal funds
Ted DiBiase Jr. has been found not guilty on all federal charges, bringing to a close a lengthy legal chapter that began in 2023. The verdict was delivered on March 20, 2026, following a jury’s deliberation that lasted approximately four hours.
The former WWE star faced a total of 13 counts, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, multiple counts of wire fraud, theft from federally funded programs, and money laundering. The allegations centered around the supposed misuse of funds intended to assist families in need.
DiBiase Jr. consistently maintained his innocence throughout the process. He entered a not guilty plea to all charges and ultimately chose not to testify.
The trial officially began on January 6 but was temporarily paused on January 14 due to illness affecting the lead defense attorney. Proceedings resumed on February 23, with both sides presenting their arguments over the following weeks.
The prosecution concluded its case on March 17, followed by the defense wrapping up its arguments on March 18. Closing arguments were delivered on March 19, setting the stage for the jury’s decision the next day.
With the not guilty verdict now official, DiBiase Jr. has been released from his bond conditions. The outcome brings a significant legal battle to an end and shifts attention back to his standing within the wrestling world and the broader DiBiase family legacy.
