Title: Former Kansas City Chiefs Assistant Coach Britt Reid Granted Commutation of Sentence by Missouri Governor Mike Parsons
Subtitle: Britt Reid, son of head coach Andy Reid, received a commutation for his DUI sentence after serving prison time and completing alcohol abuse treatment.
Missouri Governor Mike Parsons has granted a commutation of sentence to former Kansas City Chiefs Assistant Coach Britt Reid. The decision was made after Reid completed his alcohol abuse treatment program and served more time in prison than most individuals convicted of similar offenses.
Background:
Britt Reid, son of head coach Andy Reid, was sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to driving while intoxicated in a crash that severely injured a five-year-old child, as reported by CNN previously. The incident occurred in 2021.
Impact on Career:
The Kansas City Chiefs originally placed Britt Reid on administrative leave following the incident and did not sign him to a new contract in the year after.
The Commutation:
Parsons’ office released a statement regarding the commutation, stating that Reid will be under house arrest until October 31, 2025. The conditions of his probation include weekly meetings with a parole officer, weekly behavioral counseling attendance, weekly meetings with a peer support sponsor, and stringent community service and employment requirements.
Previous Actions by the Governor:
In February of this year, Parsons granted 36 pardons and approved three commutations according to a news release from his office.
No Comment from Reid’s Attorney:
J.R. Hobbs, Britt Reid’s attorney, declined to comment when reached by CNN.
