Judge grants Shilo Sanders protective order for records

A federal bankruptcy judge has granted Shilo Sanders a limited protective order concerning some of his financial records. Sanders is trying to eliminate an $11.89 million debt, which arises from a legal case against him. This case involves disagreements over financial privacy and could affect his future endorsement deals. During a recent hearing, Judge Michael E. Romero questioned why details such as Sanders’ spending habits needed to be kept private. He emphasized that Sanders chose to enter bankruptcy, which means he is expected to share his financial information openly. The debt is linked to a 2015 incident where Sanders was accused of injuring a security guard while resisting the confiscation of his phone. Sanders' attorney argued that keeping financial details away from public view is crucial to protect him from negative attention on social media. The judgment was awarded to John Darjean, who did not receive a defense from Sanders during the trial. Darjean's attorney insists that Sanders is not entitled to special treatment and should be transparent about his finances. Although initially skeptical, Judge Romero ultimately concluded that Sanders deserves some privacy protections. The order states that certain financial documents can only be used for the case and should not be shared publicly. Sanders hopes to secure endorsements, particularly as he aims for the upcoming NFL draft. As the situation develops, both sides are preparing for trial. If Sanders fails to void the debt, Darjean could proceed to collect the money. A trustee is also working to identify Sanders' assets to repay creditors, indicating the serious financial implications Sanders faces.