The former model found his start on the TLC hit series “Trading Spaces.”
The star hit the skids after reports of his DUI went public in 2007.
But it’s not the only time thatPennington had a run-in with the law.

Why was Ty Pennington sued for $4 million in 2007?
Ross later sought $4 million in damages from Pennington and Bock.
This suit has no merit."

According tocourt documents, the case was dismissed in November of that year.
Pennington has been slapped with a lawsuit more than once.
According to the suit, the association was seeking $22,000 in damages.