Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was sent back to jail last week to serve a one year sentce for probation violation. This jail sentence came in my opinion the worst time in his career because he is experiencing so much success.
Gucci sent a statement to XXLMag.com, according to MTV:
“I have accepted full responsibility for my actions, and I am ready to deal with what is in front of me right now,” Gucci’s statement read. “Thankfully, my label is still moving forward with my album release, so I will have plenty to look forward to when I get out. I am remaining positive and want my fans to know that I am grateful for their loyalty and continued support. I will get through this.” [MTV]
Gucci’s attorney, Dwight L. Thomas believes his client could be out of jail the first of the year.
“First of the year, he could be out,” Gucci’s lawyer Dwight L. Thomas explained to MTV News last week. “It all depends on his conduct and how he conducts himself while he’s there. We’re working on other avenues that might entitle him to be released early. If nothing happens at all, he’ll do six months. But if we’re able to do some of the things we’re exploring, we may get this thing down to two months.” [MTV]
Besides Gucci Mane facing jail time, Lil Wayne is also facing a one year jail sentence as well, in connection to weapons charges.
It just seems like every other month a rapper is going jail or in court. smh