AceShowbiz - Shia LaBeouf sought permission from a Louisiana court to travel abroad for a deeply personal religious event, requesting to attend his father Jeffrey’s baptism in Rome, Italy. The actor filed legal documents asking to leave the jurisdiction from March 1 to March 8, citing religious reasons as the basis for his travel.

Shia LaBeouf’s legal team emphasized that he did not have any scheduled court appearances during that period and was willing to provide the court with his address while in Italy if required. Despite these assurances, the judge denied the request, refusing to grant the actor permission to leave the country.

This ruling comes amid ongoing legal troubles for Shia LaBeouf. Earlier this month, he was arrested following a street altercation in New Orleans, which ended unfavorably for the actor. He faces two counts of simple battery related to the incident. Additionally, during his arrest, it was reported that Shia LaBeouf used homophobic slurs, a factor that notably influenced the court’s perspective during his recent hearing.

The presiding judge expressed particular concern over the offensive language allegedly used by Shia LaBeouf and subsequently mandated that he participate in weekly drug testing as part of the court’s conditions. After the hearing concluded on Thursday, Shia LaBeouf was recorded fleeing from the courthouse, adding to the drama surrounding his case.

Earlier video footage has also surfaced showing Shia LaBeouf passionately discussing themes of religion and sexuality, indicating that these issues are clearly weighing heavily on both him and his father. Despite his desire to be present for his father’s baptism, the court’s decision means that Shia LaBeouf will not be able to make the trip to Rome at this time.

The denial of this request underscores the ongoing legal challenges facing Shia LaBeouf. For now, Shia LaBeouf must remain within the jurisdiction and comply with the court’s rules, postponing any plans for a Roman holiday tied to his father’s religious ceremony.