David William Sparks, the star of the TV show 'Diesel Brothers', has expressed his relief and sense of justice after his release from federal custody. The legal dispute, which began in 2017, involved the Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment group suing Sparks and his company, Sparks Motors LLC, for alleged tampering with emissions devices on diesel trucks. The original lawsuit sought $114 million in damages, and the group won. However, Sparks appealed, and the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in 2021 that he and his co-defendants were responsible for paying over $843,000 in fees. The situation escalated when the court found all defendants in contempt for non-compliance in June 2024, leading to Sparks' arrest on October 7th. A contempt hearing was held, and during a break, the parties reached a stipulation, resulting in Sparks' immediate release. He took to social media to address the situation, emphasizing that his fight was not about refusing to pay but about challenging a broken system manipulated by lawyers seeking personal gain. He believes the legal process has been weaponized, and his actions were necessary to prevent further exploitation. Sparks has paid significant federal penalties and argues that the lawyer fees demanded by the plaintiffs are unjust. The 'Diesel Brothers' show, which featured Sparks and his partner customizing pickup trucks, has been a source of public interest, and this legal battle has added a layer of complexity to his public image.
