Legal Battles Between Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez

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A judge has issued a restraining order against Halle Berry. Her ex-husband, Olivier Martinez, claims Berry attacked their son, Maceo, putting him in a chokehold. Martinez argues this incident is part of ongoing abuse. Newsweek lays out the details and history of legal conflicts between the former couple.

Claims of Abuse

Martinez, a French actor, states their son reached out to him last Saturday, alleging Berry yelled and physically fought with him. Martinez’s court documents describe Berry, who has MMA training, using chokeholds on Maceo. These actions continued until Maceo ‘tapped out’ for release.

Martinez reports multiple incidents where Berry grabbed Maceo’s neck from behind, forcing him to tap out. Judge Shelley Kaufman has temporarily restricted Berry to supervised daytime visits. The legal truth of these allegations is not yet confirmed.

Berry’s lawyer, Marina Beck, refutes Martinez’s claims, calling them meritless and misleading. Beck insists Berry is accustomed to Martinez’s conduct and will continue prioritizing Maceo’s well-being. Berry and Martinez have faced numerous legal disputes since their marriage ended.

Latest Allegations and Texts

Martinez recounts Maceo’s call on Saturday night. Martinez says he heard Maceo panic as Berry allegedly attacked him. Berry’s current partner supposedly helped Maceo leave, implying a disturbing night.

Maceo, playing VR games at home, said Berry began ‘pushing’ him and insulted him. Their interaction escalated physically, with Berry allegedly choking Maceo while asserting dominance. Maceo fought back and escaped Berry’s grip, leading to Berry’s partner’s intervention.

Text exchanges show Berry expressing regret for the night’s events. However, her messages suggest she was dissatisfied with Maceo’s behavior, questioning his character.

Allegations of Ongoing Abuse

Martinez claims previous incidents, such as Berry slapping Maceo and using combat holds, were common. Maceo disliked the ‘tap out’ incidents, feeling anxious around Berry due to potential danger. Martinez fears Berry’s actions might cause lasting harm.

Martinez also recalls witnessing Berry’s violent mood swings, alleging property damage and aggressive behavior. Past verbal abuse included Berry attacking Martinez’s character in front of Maceo, stirring emotional distress.

Temporary Restraining Order Details

Seeking protection, Martinez filed for a restraining order. The order limits Berry’s contact and imposes restrictions, except for supervised, in-person visits. Sole custody remains shared under the prior agreement.

Martinez sought alcohol and drug restrictions on Berry during visits, which the judge denied. The temporary order lasts until the next court hearing on October 16.