Here's a full chronological timeline of Chris Brown's legal troubles, from 2009 to present. Chris Brown was arrested at his hotel in the U.K. on May 15, 2025, marking the latest entry in a long list of legal problems that have plagued the 35-year-old singer since his 2009 arrest for assaulting former girlfriend Rihanna.

Chris Brown has faced numerous allegations of abuse and sexual assault after a 2009 arrest for physically attacking then-girlfriend Rihanna

The rapper was arrested by Metropolitan Police in Manchester, England, at the Lowry Hotel in May 2025, according to a report.

Singer Chris Brown was arrested in Manchester, England, on May 15, in connection with an alleged assault that took place at a London nightclub in February 2023. The 36-year-old singer has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent, following accusations that he attacked music producer Abe Diaw with a bottle at Tape nightclub in Mayfair.

Chris Brown may have found fame, but he's also had several run-ins with the law. Here's what the "Go Crazy" singer has said about his time in prison.