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Young Thug Pleads Guilty to Counts in RICO Case

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Young Thug has pleaded guilty to count 57 of participation in illegal street gang activity, 59 of violation of the Georgia Controlled Substances Act, 60 of violation of the Georgia Controlled Substances Act, 61 of possession of a firearm during a felony, and 62 of possession of a machine gun.

He could go home today under a plea deal but did not agree to the special conditions terms. Young Thug pleaded no contest to the RICO and gang leader counts. The state disputed these but accepted by the judge. The state also wished to seize Thug’s cars and jewelry, to which Thug and his team did not agree.

This story is developing.

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SHEIN Clothing Distribution Faces RICO Lawsuit Over Alleged Infringement Scheme

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The China-based fashion retailer SHEIN has been hit with a major legal blow as it faces a RICO lawsuit alleging involvement in a federal infringement scheme. The lawsuit, filed by independent designers Krista Perry, Larissa Martinez, and Jay Baron, accuses SHEIN of repeatedly violating copyright and trademark laws by producing and selling exact copies of […]

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Maxo Kream Turns Himself in on a Rico: ‘I’ll Never Bend, Break, or Fold’

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Houston rapper Maxo Kream has turned himself into authorities over a 2016 RICO case. Hitting Instagram, Maxo shared an image of himself alongside guns, drugs, and money. In the caption, he wrote that he will be back soon.

“Been delaing with this Rico shit since 2016. I beat all the felony Charges but gotta handle sum light Shit. I’ll never bend break or fold S/o all my fans ima brb #BigPersona”

According to HipHopDX, the RICO was leveled against the Kream Clicc facion of Crips. Kream is reportedly a member of the 52 Hoover Gangster Crips since a teen. He was once arrested in the case, leading to charges of of money laundering, drug trafficking, and more.

In 2018, Maxo claimed victory over the RICO but it is now unsure what is leading to turning himself in. You can see MAxo’s post below.

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Tekashi 6ix9ine Trolls Gunna’s IG Return Post: ‘U Can’t Make This Sh*t Up’

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Tekashi 6ix9ine has seen Gunna’s recent statement and support for YSL and thinks it is all a joke.

Doubling down in his stance that he did not snitch, Gunna wrote on Instagram: “N***as acting like they switching to a side But it’s only one side. #YslTheLabel #FreeThug & Yak GUNNA BACC!!!!!”

In the image, Gunna is seen sitting in what can be considered a living room with a studio set up, presumably getting ready to craft new music.

6ix9ine hit Gunna’s comments to offer criticism: “In court you said it was a gang here on IG u saying the label,” the rainbow-haired rapper wrote. “Lol u can’t make this shit up.”

READ MORE: Bobby Shmurda Drops Diss Track Allegedly Aimed At Gunna Titled “Rat N****s”

The statement is the first for Gunna since his attorney released one in December. The attorney, Steve Sadow, hit social media to shut down lies.

“Gunna did not snitch to get out of jail,” Sadow wrote. “He has said nothing and is not cooperating. His plea statement cannot be used in court against any other defendant. So please stop spreading lies.”

Gunna pleaded guilty to a racketeering conspiracy charge in the YSL RICO case that landed himself, Young Thug, and more in jail.

According to WSB-TV 2 Atlanta, Gunna, born Sergio Kitchens, appeared before a judge on Wednesday, taking the Alford plea, citing pleading guilt was his best interest while maintaining innocence.

Gunna was sentenced to five years, with one serving in prison. The one-year is commuted to time served, while the four-year balance is suspended and will result in a special arrangement, including 500 hours of community service.

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Gunna Returns to Instagram: ‘It’s Only One Side #Yslthelabel’

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Gunna has released his latest statement since being free on an Alford plea deal for his connection to the YSL Rico trial.

Doubling down in his stance that he did not snitch, Gunna wrote: “N***as acting like they switching to a side But it’s only one side. #YslTheLabel #FreeThug & Yak GUNNA BACC!!!!!”

In the image, Gunna is seen sitting in what can be considered a living room with a studio set up, presumably getting ready to craft new music.

READ MORE: Bobby Shmurda Drops Diss Track Allegedly Aimed At Gunna Titled “Rat N****s”

The statement is the first for Gunna since his attorney released one in December. The attorney, Steve Sadow, hit social media to shut down lies.

“Gunna did not snitch to get out of jail,” Sadow wrote. “He has said nothing and is not cooperating. His plea statement cannot be used in court against any other defendant. So please stop spreading lies.”

Gunna pleaded guilty to a racketeering conspiracy charge in the YSL RICO case that landed himself, Young Thug, and more in jail.

According to WSB-TV 2 Atlanta, Gunna, born Sergio Kitchens, appeared before a judge on Wednesday, taking the Alford plea, citing pleading guilt was his best interest while maintaining innocence.

READ MORE: The YSL Case: How Long?! Fulton County Jurors Shocked To Hear Trial Could Take Six to Nine Months

Gunna was sentenced to five years, with one serving in prison. The one-year is commuted to time served, while the four-year balance is suspended and will result in a special arrangement, including 500 hours of community service.

Gunna released a statement after the sentence:

“While I have agreed to always be truthful, I want to make it perfectly clear that I have NOT made any statements, have NOT been interviewed, have NOT cooperated, have NOT agreed to testify or be a witness for or against any party in the case and have absolutely NO intention of being involved in the trial process in any way.”

Gunna can be called to testify, but he can claim the Fifth Amendment.

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Young Thug’s Father Says He Should Not Take A Plea Deal In RICO Case

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Rapper Young Thug’s father is advising him not to take a plea deal before the trial in a new interview with Infamous Sylvia. The advice comes ahead of the YSL trial on the RICO charges starting Jan. 5. The father of Atlanta rapper Young Thug, Jeffery Williams, Sr., is sharing his opinion on what he […]

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Hoodrich Pablo Juan Sentenced to 15 Years in State RICO Case

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According to several news reports, GA rapper Hoodrich Pablo Juan was sentenced to 15 years behind bars after accepting a plea deal in a state RICO case. 

Pablo Juan is one of 46 people charged in a gang conspiracy across the Peachtree State, with all of the accused racking up “92 counts of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, 59 counts of violations of the Georgia Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act, three counts of trafficking methamphetamine, three counts of trafficking heroin, four counts of kidnapping, four counts of murder, 24 counts of aggravated assault.”

According to Akademiks, Hoodrich Pablo Juan’s plea deal allows him to serve at least five years in prison and finish the remainder of his sentence on probation.

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Bankroll Freddie Accused Of Drug Trafficking, Asks Feds To Return Jewelry Taken During Arrest

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Last month, Arkansas-born rapper Bankroll Freddie was arrested in a gun and drug indictment in his home state and later picked up a RICO indictment after being accused of moving hundreds of kilos of cocaine and marijuana. Apparently, all Freddie, whose given name is Freddie Glatney III, cares about is his jewelry that was taken during his arrest.

It was revealed via court docs that Glatney was being charged with “conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine and at least 100 kilograms but less than 1,000 kilograms of marijuana and other drug and firearm offenses.” 

Freddie reportedly filed a motion asking that his jewelry be returned that was taken during a traffic stop that turned into an arrest in April 2022. U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Arkansas Jonathan Ross asked a federal judge to deny the motion, saying, “This Court should deny [Freddie’s] request for return of property for multiple reasons. First, the charges, in this case, have been dismissed, and the property at issue relates to an ongoing matter pending in front of Judge Moody. This dispute should be decided in that case. Second, the property is an item sought for forfeiture in the ongoing case. Finally, the jewelry is evidence in the ongoing criminal prosecution.”

Bankroll Freddie and 34 co-defendants face a RICO indictment and are collectively facing 16 federal charges.

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YSL TRIAL UPDATE: Young Thug’s Team Files Motion to Remove Lyrics from Evidence

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Young Thug’s legal team filed a motion to have his Thug’s lyrics, along with social media posts and music videos, removed from evidence. The rapper’s attorney stated that using his client’s speech and artistry as evidence can be considered a “Constitutional Violation” and “an abuse of discretion.” His attorney argues that Thug’s lyrics are protected under the Constitution. The legal team further argues that using his lyrics and speech against his client is “racist and discriminatory because the jury will be so poisoned and prejudiced by these lyrics/poetry/artistry/speech.”

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has defended using lyrics as evidence. “I think if you decide to admit your crimes over a beat, I’m going to use it,” Willis said during the press conference in August when she announced the RICO charges against a gang in Fulton County. “To use rap lyrics without proper context in prosecutions, it’s highly prejudicial and deprives the accused of a fair trial,” says formal defense attorney,  U.S. Representative Hank Johnson. Johnson and U.S. Representative Jamaal Bowman introduced the Restoring Artistic Protection Act (RAP Act) to limit the admissibility of artists’ lyrics or expressions as evidence in federal court cases.

D.A. Willis had filed the motion for a two-month delay in October to allow some of the defendants more time to find legal representation. During the hearing, Judge Ural Glanville set the January trial date after denying the prosecution’s motion to delay proceedings until March.

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YSL TRIAL UPDATE: Young Thug’s Team Files Motion to Remove Lyrics from Evidence

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Young Thug’s legal team filed a motion to have his Thug’s lyrics, along with social media posts and music videos, removed from evidence. The rapper’s attorney stated that using his client’s speech and artistry as evidence can be considered a “Constitutional Violation” and “an abuse of discretion.” His attorney argues that Thug’s lyrics are protected under the Constitution. The legal team further argues that using his lyrics and speech against his client is “racist and discriminatory because the jury will be so poisoned and prejudiced by these lyrics/poetry/artistry/speech.”

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has defended using lyrics as evidence. “I think if you decide to admit your crimes over a beat, I’m going to use it,” Willis said during the press conference in August when she announced the RICO charges against a gang in Fulton County. “To use rap lyrics without proper context in prosecutions, it’s highly prejudicial and deprives the accused of a fair trial,” says formal defense attorney,  U.S. Representative Hank Johnson. Johnson and U.S. Representative Jamaal Bowman introduced the Restoring Artistic Protection Act (RAP Act) to limit the admissibility of artists’ lyrics or expressions as evidence in federal court cases.

D.A. Willis had filed the motion for a two-month delay in October to allow some of the defendants more time to find legal representation. During the hearing, Judge Ural Glanville set the January trial date after denying the prosecution’s motion to delay proceedings until March.

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