B.J. Penn Misses Mental Evaluation, Blames Attorney

B.J. Penn misses mental evaluation, blames attorney

Former UFC fighter BJ Penn is being given more time to complete a court-ordered mental evaluation.

UFC icon B.J. Penn skips court-ordered mental health exam after six arrests last year

B.J. Penn was scheduled to appear for a court-mandated mental health check on Dec.29, but the UFC legend was a no-show.

BJ Penn files motion to change attorneys after missing a court-ordered mental exam

Former UFC champion BJ Penn appeared in Hilo Circuit Court on Friday, one day after failing to appear for a mandatory mental health evaluation. The 47-year-old mixed martial arts icon used the hearing to formally request new legal representation and seek removal of the judge overseeing his case. Penn faces charges including alleged family incidents, refusing to comply with a police officer and violating a restraining order. The court appearance …

BJ Penn Misses Court Mandated Mental Health Assessment While Legal Proceedings Remain on Hold

Former UFC fighter BJ Penn was scheduled for a court-ordered mental health evaluation on December 29 in Hilo, Hawaii, but did not appear. The assessment was intended to determine “The Prodigy’s” competency before his legal case proceeds. Because of his absence, the court is expected to rule soon on whether to grant an extension for ...