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Kate Lohan, who is married to Lindsay Lohan’s father, was arrested in Texas after authorities say she attacked Michael Lohan at a home dispute. The incident has renewed attention on a family long entangled in public legal fights.
What happened during the Texas arrest involving the Lohan family
Court records show Kate Lohan was booked on Tuesday, April 14, in Harris County, Texas. She faces a charge described as assault on a family or household member with a previous conviction. The arrest followed an alleged confrontation at her residence.
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According to local reports, the argument began when Michael came to pick up the couple’s two children. Police say the disagreement turned physical. Officials allege Kate struck Michael and caused a bloody nose. They also contend she threw a steak knife that struck his chest but did not cause injury.
Authorities reportedly found Kate intoxicated at the scene. She was held on a $35,000 bond and was due to appear for arraignment on Thursday, April 16. A judge ordered no contact between the two and mandated alcohol testing as part of pretrial conditions.
Legal label and immediate court orders
Booking documents list the offense as an assault involving a household member and note a prior conviction that may enhance the charge. At the bond hearing, the judge set conditions designed to separate the parties while the case moves forward.
- Charge: assault of a family or household member with a prior conviction
- Bond amount: $35,000
- Court restrictions: no contact with the alleged victim; alcohol testing required
Lindsay Lohan’s family tree and who is involved
The dispute centers on Michael Lohan and his then-wife, Kate. Their children and Michael’s adult children from earlier relationships make this a high-profile family matter.
- Kate Lohan — stepmother to Lindsay Lohan; mother to Landon and Logan
- Michael Lohan — father of Lindsay Lohan and several other children
- Children shared by Michael and Kate: Landon, 13, and Logan, 10
- Michael’s other children: Lindsay, Michael Jr., Ali and Cody
- Michael also has a daughter, Ashley Horn, with Kristi Kaufmann Horn
History of disputes and prior criminal proceedings
Michael and Kate have a complicated legal history that stretches back years. They married in October 2014 and separated in December 2015. Kate later filed for divorce in Florida in September 2018, citing that the marriage was “irretrievably broken,” though the divorce was not finalized.
Recent convictions and jail time involving Michael
In April 2025, Michael Lohan received a nine-month prison sentence after authorities said he violated parole by allegedly assaulting Kate. That parole violation traced back to an earlier guilty plea in 2022 on five counts related to patient brokering in Florida.
Michael served time at the Palm Beach County Detention Center and was released in October 2025. After his release, he told media he was grateful to be reunited with his sons and expressed regret for the negative attention his legal problems caused the family.
At the time of his arrest, Kate publicly said she trusted the U.S. legal system and asked for privacy as felony cases in Texas and Florida continued to unfold.
Allegations, media reports and statements
Reports about the April incident originated with entertainment outlets that cited law enforcement sources. Media described the exchange of children as the catalyst for the argument. Both Michael and Kate were contacted for comment by outlets covering the story.
Neither side has offered a full public account verified by court testimony. As with many family law matters, police records and court filings will be the primary sources of legal fact as the case advances.
Where to get help for domestic violence
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for confidential support and resources.
