Court extends protective order against UFC legend

HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) - The court has extended the temporary restraining order against former UFC champion BJ Penn.

Penn’s mother, Lorraine Shin, requested the TRO last month after he allegedly assaulted her.

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The TRO is now effective through November 23, and requires Penn to immediately move out of the Hilo home that he shares with Shin.

Penn refused to sign the document.

Another hearing has been scheduled for next week.

Prosecutors want him to undergo a court-ordered mental health exam.

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