49ers owner Jed York arrested for soliciting prostitution in Ohio

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

49ers owner Jed York arrested for soliciting prostitution in Ohio
Summary

Jed York, the owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was arrested on August 21 in East Palestine, Ohio, after attempting to pay a prostitute $140. Initially charged with engaging in prostitution, the charge was later amended to disorderly conduct. York, a married father of two, was taken into custody after arranging a meeting through a known prostitution website. He accepted a plea deal, resulting in a one-day jail sentence and a fine totaling $1,150. The NFL is reviewing the situation in light of its personal conduct policy.

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  • Jed York was arrested in East Palestine, Ohio.
  • He attempted to pay $140 for sexual services.
  • Initially charged with prostitution, later changed to disorderly conduct.
  • York pleaded no contest and served one day in jail.
  • The NFL will review the incident under its conduct policy.
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Jed York, who is married with two kids, was arrested in East Palestine on Sunday after answering an ad on a known prostitution website

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