Timeline
A chronological account of Kent Hovind's documented history — from his unaccredited degree to his most recent conviction. Every entry links to a fully sourced record.
Kent Hovind Fake PhD — Patriot Bible University Degree Examined
Hovind's 'doctoral degree' comes from Patriot Bible University, an unaccredited institution operating from a double-wide trailer in Del Norte, Colorado. His dissertation has been widely criticized as undergraduate-level work.
Kent Hovind Arrested for Assault, Battery, and Burglary (2002)
Arrested in August 2002 in an incident involving a CSE secretary. Charges were dropped in December 2002. Same year he was also cited for a misdemeanor zoning violation for operating Dinosaur Adventure Land without proper county permits.
Kent Hovind Tax Fraud Conviction — 58 Federal Counts
Kent and Jo Hovind were found guilty on all 58 federal counts including tax evasion, structuring transactions to avoid reporting, and failing to pay employee taxes.
Kent Hovind Charged with Mail Fraud and Contempt of Court (2014–2015)
While serving his federal prison sentence, Hovind and co-defendant Paul John Hansen filed fraudulent liens on government-forfeited property despite a court injunction. Indicted October 2014 on mail fraud, conspiracy, and criminal contempt charges. Found guilty of contempt (later dismissed); hung jury on fraud charges. Government dismissed remaining charges May 2015.
Kent Hovind Sues U.S. Government for $500 Million — Case Dismissed as Frivolous (2020)
After his release from prison, Hovind filed a $500 million lawsuit against the United States government, the IRS, and multiple individuals. The court dismissed the case as frivolous, finding no legal basis for the claims.
Kent Hovind Harassment of Critics — Doxxing and Intimidation Documented
Hovind and his followers have a documented pattern of publishing personal information of critics, filing frivolous legal threats, and encouraging harassment campaigns against scientists who debunk his claims.
Kent Hovind Found Guilty of Domestic Assault (2021)
Hovind was convicted of third-degree domestic assault in Conecuh County, Alabama after throwing his then-wife Cindi Lincoln to the ground. He served 30 days in jail.