Yes, Andrea Dalton, who is most recognized for being Tammy Slaton's new girlfriend on 1000-Lb Sisters, has already dealt with legal troubles. Online rumors regarding her criminal history have raised concerns about whether she is still involved in legal issues since her initial appearance on the show. But is her past as bad as her admirers think it is?
This season, Andrea and Tammy's relationship has gained a lot of attention due to their chemistry and what has been revealed online. The internet is overflowing with allegations that Andrea has a problematic past, based on everything from mugshots to reports of arrests. Many viewers are left wondering as these headlines gain popularity: How much of it is real, and how much is sensationalism from reality TV?
We examine Andrea Dalton's past in this fact-check to learn the true tale of her purported legal troubles. Are the mugshots going viral, really? Were there any significant accusations? In reality, how does her past affect her relationship with Tammy both on and off the show? Let's examine the facts underlying the speculations.
Background & reality: 1000-lb Sisters star Andrea Dalton’s arrest records under the microscope
Since appearing alongside Tammy Slaton on 1000‑lb Sisters, Andrea Dalton’s name has become linked with legal headlines. Social media has resurfaced her mugshots and alleged arrests, fueling speculation that she’s in active trouble. Below, we unpack her two known legal incidents, digging into charges, resolutions, and whether her record remains a story of the past or a current concern.
Arrest 1 – October 2021: Traffic offenses & marijuana possession
As reported by The Sun, 1000-lb Sisters' Tammy's partner, Andrea Dalton, was detained at a traffic stop in October 2021 and charged with several offenses, including reckless driving, driving without a license, not presenting insurance, ignoring traffic-control devices, and possessing marijuana, which was allegedly discovered inside her car.
Her subdued expression in the widely circulated mugshot stoked even more interest. Even though there were many charges, they were all misdemeanors and not violent. According to court documents, Dalton took responsibility, paid any fines that were due, and the case was resolved without going into more serious legal issues.
There was no evidence that the marijuana accusation contained large amounts or that it was intended for purposes other than personal use. This incident is closed and regarded as concluded as of the most recent court update; it is a part of 1000-lb Sisters co-star legal history rather than a current legal dispute.
Arrest 2 – Mid-to-late 2022: Failure to appear in court
In mid-to-late 2022, less than a year after her first arrest, Dalton was arrested once more, this time for not showing up for the October 2021 charges rather than for any new offenses. This is not a criminal escalation; rather, it is a procedural infraction. It appears that legal notices were overlooked, leading to the failure to appear (FTA) arrest.
Once more, 1000-lb Sisters' Dalton's mugshot went viral online, generating further rumors. She addressed the missed court date, appeared before a judge, and paid any unpaid fines after being placed under arrest, as per the court documents. This was a routine procedure for addressing a missed appearance, and no further charges were brought.
The matter was quickly resolved, confirming that there was only a one-time procedural glitch and no subsequent legal issues.
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