Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. has been charged with marijuana possession, a misdemeanor stemming from an Oct. 12 traffic stop in Carmel, Indiana, according to ESPN. Court records show the local prosecutor’s office filed the charge on Monday, and Richardson is scheduled for a bench trial on Jan. 4.
What Happened
A Carmel patrol officer pulled Richardson over on Oct. 12 after questions arose about the registration on his vehicle, ESPN reported. During the stop, the officer reported smelling marijuana coming from inside the car.
Richardson told the officer he had smoked marijuana in the vehicle to avoid doing so at home around his children, according to the outlet. Officers then searched the Dodge Charger and found a small amount of marijuana along with 500-milligram THC-infused gummies inside the glove compartment.
Richardson was placed in handcuffs while the search took place but was not arrested. He left the scene with a citation for an expired registration and a summons for marijuana possession. The prosecutor’s office converted that summons into a formal misdemeanor charge this week, with the case now set for a bench trial in January.
Colts Response
The Colts issued a brief statement acknowledging the situation without offering further comment. “We are aware of the situation involving Anthony Richardson and are currently gathering additional information. We will have no further comment at this time,” the team said, per ESPN.
No statement from Richardson himself has been reported. The team has not indicated whether it plans to take any internal steps regarding the quarterback.
League And Team Implications
There has been no word on whether the NFL plans to review the marijuana possession charge under its conduct policies, and the Colts have not announced any disciplinary action tied to the citation. The charge also comes during a turbulent stretch for the franchise, which is 2-4 this season and recently fired general manager Chris Ballard following a Week 6 loss to the Titans.
Richardson’s standing on the roster and any contractual consequences have not been addressed by the team or the league. Those questions remain open as the legal process plays out.
What’s Next
Richardson’s bench trial is scheduled for Jan. 4. Until then, no additional court dates or team actions have been announced. The Colts said only that they are continuing to gather information before commenting further.
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