LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Sam Underwood, known for his role in 'Fear the Walking Dead', has been married to American actress Valorie Curry for 7 years now.

Recently,Underwood was taken into custody by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) after he was accused of engaging in a physical altercation with a woman.

According to law enforcement sources cited by TMZ, the LAPD responded to a 911 call regarding a disturbance at a Los Angeles-area apartment at around 2:30 am on October 7, 2023.

A heated argument escalated into a physical altercation

Upon arrival, they were informed of a heated argument between Underwood and a woman that had escalated to a physical altercation.

The woman had visible marks on her body, prompting the arrest of Sam on felony domestic battery charges.

He was subsequently transported to jail, where he underwent booking procedures and was later released after spending approximately 10 hours in custody.

The exact nature of Underwood's relationship with the alleged victim remains unclear.

Authorities will forward Underwood's case to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office for potential criminal charges.

While the woman displayed marks from the incident, she reportedly did not require medical attention.

In response to these allegations, a source familiar with the case disclosed that Sam has provided his attorney with photographic evidence, video recordings, and audio recordings that contradict the claims made against him.

It is anticipated that his attorney will present this evidence to police this week.

What is the sentence for domestic abuse/battery in LA?

Domestic violence cases in Los Angeles County are taken very seriously, especially due to numerous high-profile cases that have attracted significant attention over the years, according to cronisraelsandstark.com

This has led to a renewed commitment to prosecute and sentence those convicted of spousal and child abuse connected to domestic violence.

These cases are some of the most frequently reported crimes in the area, with various statutes categorizing domestic violence offenses as either misdemeanors or felonies.

When someone is convicted of a domestic violence-related crime, there is a range of potential consequences, including jail time, fines, mandatory counseling and anger management classes, probation, and participation in domestic violence programs.

Protective orders are often issued to restrict contact between the offender and the victim.

Violations of these orders can result in probation violations and additional criminal charges.

In addition to court-imposed penalties, domestic violence convictions can lead to severe collateral consequences, impacting custodial rights, firearm ownership, immigration status, and professional licenses.

It is crucial for individuals facing domestic violence accusations to seek legal counsel and explore defense strategies.

Internet reacts after Sam Underwood's arrest

Following Sam Underwood's arrest, people took to social media to express their opinions on the issue.

One user said, "But all of a sudden his ex starts posting a bunch of domestic abuse videos on her IG? Damn, Sam Underwood, I think you're about to get the Johnny Depp treatment!"

Another wrote on Facebook, "Is sam Underwood just as crazy as his dynasty character? Food for thoughts y'all."

"Not really surprising this dude always seemed like a slime bucket," replied another.

One user commented, "Ya but he will lie and say he never did it and everyone will believe him..."

"Never trusted him since Dynasty," wrote another.