15‑Year‑Old KJ Biermann Shocked by $200K Bond, Court Keeps Secrets

**KJ Biermann, 15, Granted Bond While Court Rejects Closed‑Court Request in Georgia Sex‑Assault Case**

Kroy “KJ” Biermann Jr., the 15‑year‑old son of *Real Housewives* star Kim Zolciak, had his bid to shut the courtroom in his sodomy and sexual battery case denied by Fulton County Superior Court Judge Melynee Leftridge.

The judge instead granted him limited privacy protections, restricting media recording and sealing his juvenile court records. The decision came after KJ was arrested last month and indicted on seven serious charges, including aggravated child molestation and false imprisonment.

The allegations stem from an incident on April 23 at a co‑ed sauna in the Life Time fitness center in Alpharetta, where a female classmate accused KJ of forcing himself on her after she said no.

She claimed he made “multiple” attempts to have sexual intercourse by pulling down her pants, forced oral sex, and digitally penetrated her vagina. Prosecutors say they found videos on his cellphone that allegedly show him engaging in sexual activity with an underage family member.

Judge Leftridge’s ruling also allowed prosecutors to present limited information from KJ’s prior juvenile case that is relevant to his bond hearing. In addition, prosecutors filed an emergency motion requesting forensic interviews of minor children as part of their investigation.

The court set strict conditions for KJ’s release, including surrendering his passport, electronic monitoring, and a ban on cell‑phone or social‑media use.

## Background & Context

KJ was arrested in late March after the alleged assault was reported to authorities. He faces seven indictments: aggravated child molestation, aggravated sodomy, aggravated sexual battery, three counts of aggravated sexual battery against a child under 16, and false imprisonment.

The charges were brought by Fulton County prosecutors following an investigation that uncovered several videos on his cellphone. KJ’s parents confiscated the device a year earlier, but prosecutors still claim it contained incriminating content.

The bond hearing held on September 11 saw KJ granted a $200,000 bond with strict conditions. The judge required him to attend school virtually from his mother’s home and prohibited any contact with the alleged victim, her family, or anyone under 16.

Electronic monitoring will track his movements, and he must remain within a designated radius of his residence. His passport must be surrendered to the pretrial officer before release.

The case is part of an ongoing effort by Fulton County to hold minors accountable for sexual offenses. Prosecutors’ emergency motion for forensic interviews underscores the seriousness with which the court is treating the allegations.

Judge Leftridge’s decision balances the rights of a juvenile defendant with public interest in ensuring a fair trial.

## What People Are Saying

KJ’s lawyer, Jason Sheffield, called his client “100% innocent” in a statement to *Page Six*.

He also reiterated that KJ “categorically denies ever being involved with this woman or engaging in the conduct.” Zolciak, who is 48 and a former *Real Housewives* star, defended her son at the bond hearing and reportedly said, “He categorically denies ever being involved with this woman or engaging in the conduct.” She also stood by him during the proceedings, though her estranged husband was present but did not interact.

Prosecutors emphasized that they have multiple videos from KJ’s cellphone showing alleged sexual activity with an underage family member. They argue these materials are essential to establishing the severity of the charges.

Judge Leftridge noted that prosecutors could present limited information from KJ’s prior juvenile case to determine bond conditions, indicating the court’s willingness to consider evidence relevant to public safety.

## What Happens Next

The court has ordered that KJ’s juvenile records be filed under seal, keeping them out of public view. However, prosecutors retain the right to disclose necessary details about his prior offenses during future hearings.

The emergency motion for forensic interviews of minor children is still pending, and if granted, it could add new witnesses to the case.

KJ’s compliance with bond conditions will be closely monitored. Failure to adhere to restrictions—such as using a cellphone, contacting minors, or contacting the alleged victim—could result in revocation of bail and additional charges.

The next scheduled court appearance will likely address the forensic interview request and any further evidence prosecutors wish to present.

In the meantime, KJ remains in custody pending further court proceedings, with his parents and legal team awaiting updates on how the case will evolve.