Dwyane Wade’s Son Zaire Faces Court Over Unregistered Firearm Charge

Dwyane Wade’s eldest son, Zaire Wade, stood in a Pasadena courtroom on Thursday as prosecutors outlined new allegations tied to his recent felony domestic violence charge. The twist? Police say they found an unregistered firearm at his home after his arrest.

What happened in court?

Prosecutors told the judge they recovered the weapon during a search following Zaire’s arrest on the domestic violence charge. The case stems from an incident in Burbank where officers responded to reports of yelling and screaming. They found a woman with facial lacerations and arrested Zaire shortly after. Court documents allege he willfully caused her injuries.

Why the firearm matters

The unregistered firearm wasn’t charged as a separate offense, but prosecutors used its discovery to argue for stricter bail conditions. A $50,000 bond was set, though Zaire posted bail and walked out. The court also slapped him with an emergency protection order, barring contact with the alleged victim and ordering him to surrender all firearms.

What’s next for Zaire Wade?

A preliminary hearing is locked in for September 24. Until then, Zaire remains out on bond but under tight restrictions. The investigation is still active, and prosecutors haven’t ruled out additional charges. No verdict has been reached, and the case will grind through the Los Angeles County court system.

Who is Zaire Wade?

The 26-year-old is the eldest child of NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade. He logged time in the NBA G League and most recently played professionally in Africa. His legal troubles now overshadow his basketball career, which once included a stint with the Miami Heat’s summer league squad in 2019.

*Help is available. Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788 for 24/7 support in English and Spanish.*