YouTuber Jack Doherty is no stranger to controversy, but his latest headline isn’t about a prank gone wrong or a viral stunt. This time, the 22-year-old influencer is facing something way more serious: the possibility of up to seven years in prison after being arrested in Miami over the weekend.
Yep, this situation is way bigger than his usual chaos.
Jack Doherty’s Miami Arrest, Explained
Doherty was taken into custody on Saturday (15 November) after Miami police searched him and reportedly discovered “half of an orange oval-shaped pill with 3 imprinted on it consistent with a Schedule II amphetamine,” along with three “suspected cannabis cigarettes.”
He was booked into Miami-Dade County Jail, processed, and held for about 10 hours before posting his $3,500 bond. But even though he walked out fairly quickly, he didn’t walk out of trouble.
The YouTuber is now facing three charges — including a third-degree felony, which is where things get very serious very fast.
How Jack Could End Up Behind Bars for 7 Years
Under Florida law, a third-degree felony can land someone “a term of imprisonment not exceeding five years,” while a first-degree misdemeanor can add another full year per charge.
So yes, if Doherty gets the maximum on all three counts, that’s 7 years total.
Realistically? Probably less. A recent report from Measures for Justice found that the average sentence for nonviolent felony first-timers in Florida over the past three years was 24 months — and only 8.5% of them ended up serving any actual jail time.
Still, seven years is absolutely on the table. And for someone as publicly chaotic as Doherty, prosecutors may not be feeling especially generous.
Of Course, Jack Filmed the Whole Thing
In true Jack Doherty fashion, he immediately turned his arrest into content.
He went live on Instagram shortly after getting out, telling followers he was “free” and bragging that NBC reporters were already waiting to interview him. He capped it off with:
“Party outside of the jail cell, let’s get it.”
He also filmed a few of the “friends” he made while behind bars — one guy even asked on camera:
“How was I like in jail? Was I running that s* or what?”**
And yes, Jack posted his mugshot with the caption “First day out.”
Because of course he did.
The Arrest Comes After His Viral Wedding Stunt
If this arrest feels like it came out of nowhere, it didn’t. Doherty has been on a headline-making streak all month long — mostly thanks to his chaotic wedding-that-wasn’t with OnlyFans model McKinley Richardson.
During their Las Vegas ceremony, which he streamed live (naturally), he pulled out a surprise prenup stating she “gets absolutely nothing when I divorce her, even if I cheat.”
He doubled down, saying:
“If she cheats, she automatically owes me $10 million. I’ll also receive 100 per cent of her OF revenue moving forward, even if we divorce.”
The wedding wasn’t legally binding, but the drama absolutely was. The couple split soon after, and Richardson confirmed she walked away because the whole thing was humiliating.
This Isn’t Jack’s First Wild Headline of the Year
Doherty has spent 2024 and 2025 stacking controversies like they’re collectibles.
Earlier this year, he went viral for crashing a $200,000 McLaren 570S during a livestream. The video seemed to show him glancing at his phone right before spinning out on a wet road and hitting a barrier.
His cameraman — who was bleeding — sat in the passenger seat while Doherty complained about the damage to his McLaren and asked the injured man to keep recording.
That clip earned him massive backlash, but in classic Doherty fashion, he simply moved on to the next viral moment.
Why Fans Think This Time Might Actually Change Things
While Doherty has always bounced back from his controversies with bigger numbers and more views, fans are starting to wonder if this is the moment where the consequences finally catch up.
This isn’t a prank.
This isn’t a car crash.
This isn’t an embarrassing livestream.
This is a felony charge.
Even if he avoids jail time, felony convictions can come with probation, mandatory classes, drug testing, fines, and a permanent criminal record that sticks with you long after the headlines fade.
And considering Doherty has millions of followers, a reputation for reckless behavior, and a pattern of escalating stunts, this case is guaranteed to be watched closely — both by prosecutors and by the internet.
So… What Happens Next?
For now, Jack Doherty’s legal case is still in the early stages. Prosecutors will decide whether to push the felony charge aggressively or offer a plea deal. His social media activity will absolutely be used as context — and possibly evidence — throughout the process.
And because this case involves drugs, livestreamed antics, and a massive online audience, it’s likely to stay in the public eye for months.
Doherty, for his part, seems to be treating the entire ordeal like another content arc but the reality is that Florida’s legal system doesn’t care about clout, livestream numbers, or YouTube thumbnails.
Whether he gets a slap on the wrist or a multi-year sentence will depend on the courts… not his followers.
For Now, Jack Is Out — but He’s Not in the Clear
Jack Doherty may be walking around free today, but his future is anything but certain. If convicted on all counts, he could spend years in prison. If not, he’ll still face legal consequences that could seriously slow down — or reshape — his entire career.
But one thing is guaranteed:
This story isn’t over, and knowing Jack, he’ll be filming every second of it.
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