Authorities responded to her home Saturday night, charging Morales, now 40, with assault causing bodily injury involving family violence. She was released after posting bond.
McClure Morales gained worldwide attention in 1987 after being dramatically rescued from a well as an 18-month-old, an event watched by millions.
What are the undisclosed details behind the assault charge against Jessica McClure Morales?
Could the trauma Baby Jessica doesn't remember be linked to her recent arrest?
How did the 'world's baby' who received a $1.2M fund face a family violence charge?
What does this arrest reveal about the lifelong burden of childhood fame and trauma?
Is the hero of the 1987 well rescue a victim or perpetrator in this new crisis?