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Milania Giudice appeared by video in a Montville municipal courtroom Tuesday after authorities say she struck a person identified only by the initials “LR.” The 20-year-old daughter of Real Housewives star Teresa Giudice sat with her lawyer as the judge outlined the alleged conduct and set a new court date.
Arraignment details and the charge she faces
Milania was formally arraigned via video, answering the judge’s routine questions while seated next to defense attorney Alan Kraminsky. Court records show she is accused of striking another person during a domestic dispute.
She faces one count of simple assault, and the judge warned that a conviction could carry up to six months in jail, probation, and fines exceeding $500. Milania entered a not guilty plea and was ordered to return for a hearing in August.
What police say happened at the family home
According to the Montville Police Department report, the incident took place on May 14 at the home Teresa Giudice shares with husband Luis “Louie” Ruelas. The filing describes erratic behavior and items being thrown during the confrontation.
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- Gabriella Giudice, Milania’s sister, is listed as the reporting party and called 911.
- Officers say Milania was throwing food and candles during the disturbance.
- No weapons were reported and police documented no visible injuries, per the report.
- She was arrested at the scene, placed in double-locked handcuffs, and charged.
Online reaction: Milania’s TikTok and the mug shot controversy
Milania addressed the fallout in a June TikTok. She disputed a widely circulated image she said was a fake mug shot created with artificial intelligence. She downplayed the image while acknowledging the situation was regrettable.
She told followers she had been going through a difficult period and urged viewers not to assume they knew all the circumstances. The brief video mixed defiance with hints at personal struggles.
Possible penalties and next steps in the case
The municipal judge scheduled the next hearing for August. If convicted, penalties for a disorderly person’s offense of this nature typically include:
- County jail time of up to six months
- Probation or court-ordered counseling
- Monetary fines, often above $500
Her attorney will have time to prepare a defense ahead of the upcoming court date.
Family ties and background context
Teresa Giudice, a longtime reality TV figure, is Milania’s mother. Teresa has four daughters from her marriage to Joe Giudice: Audriana, Milania, Gabriella and Gia. Teresa and Joe divorced after each served time related to federal fraud convictions. Teresa later married Louie Ruelas in 2022, who has two sons from a prior marriage.
