Chavez JR Will Be Deported Soon? What Happened?

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., son of Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez, is back in the spotlight. Not because of his achievements in the ring, but because of the legal problems that have ensnared him. He was arrested by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers on July 2, 2025 in Studio City. This arrest was related to an active arrest warrant in Mexico for his alleged involvement with the Sinaloa Cartel.

The news of Chavez Jr.'s arrest certainly surprised many people. This is because he is known as a controversial figure who often creates sensations, both inside and outside the boxing ring. The deportation process against him is currently underway, adding to the long list of problems that the 39-year-old boxer has to face.

So, what is the actual chronology of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.'s arrest and what are the important facts related to the case that ensnared him? Here is a complete review.

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Alleged Involvement with Sinaloa Cartel

The arrest of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. by ICE on July 2, 2025 was a major blow to his career. This arrest was based on an active arrest warrant in Mexico accusing him of involvement with the Sinaloa Cartel. This allegation is certainly very serious and could have fatal consequences for his future.

According to reports, the arrest was also triggered by the discovery of several false statements in Chavez Jr.'s application to become a legal permanent resident in the United States. This further worsened his legal standing and accelerated his deportation process.

Until now, there has been no official statement from Chavez Jr. regarding the allegations of his involvement with the Sinaloa Cartel. However, the legal process continues and he is threatened with being deported back to Mexico to face legal charges there.

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Julio Chavez jr Background

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was born in Sinaloa, Mexico, when his father, Julio César Chávez, was at the peak of his glory as the WBC super featherweight world champion. He has a brother named Omar Chávez and a sister named Nicole. Since childhood, he has been the center of attention and is often invited by his father to get into the ring before matches.

Although he inherited his father's boxing talent, Chavez Jr.'s career did not shine as brightly as his father's. He did hold the WBC middleweight world title. However, he is better known for his controversies and inconsistent performances in the ring. There was talk of a match against Jake Paul, but now it is threatened to be canceled due to the legal case against him.

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is 185 cm (6 feet 1 inch) tall and boxing with an orthodox style (left-handed). He has the nicknames "La Leyenda Continua" (The Legend Continues) and "El hijo de la leyenda" (The Son of the Legend), which indicate the burden of expectation he carries as the son of a boxing legend.