Leeds and Rangers co-owner jailed after prostitution arrest
Jed York, co-owner of the San Francisco 49ers and a stakeholder in Rangers FC, has been convicted of disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools in Ohio. The charges stem from an undercover sting operation involving the solicitation of prostitution.
Why it matters
The legal troubles of a high-profile sports executive raise questions regarding the governance and reputation of the professional sports organizations he is affiliated with.
Image source, Columbiana County Sheriff's Office Image caption, York appeared in court in Ohio on Monday
Leeds and Rangers co-owner Jed York has been jailed in Ohio after being arrested for soliciting prostitution.
The 46-year-old, who is also the owner of the San Francisco 49ers, was convicted of disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools after pleading no contest to two charges.
In the Ohio legal system, a no contest plea means a defendant accepts a conviction without formally admitting guilt.
York was sentenced to one day in jail on each offence, to be served concurrently, and was given credit for time already served.
York was fined $150 for disorderly conduct and $1,000 for possessing criminal tools.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, York is the owner of the San Francisco 49ers
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