Young Thug Will Be Released From Jail After Accepting Plea Deal In Racketeering Case

by · Forbes

Topline

Rapper Young Thug will be released from jail after accepting a plea deal Thursday in his lengthy racketeering case, according to multiple outlets, though he will serve at least 15 years of probation.

The sentencing was issued Thursday evening. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)2021 Invision

Key Facts

Young Thug, legally known as Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty to three drug charges, two gun charges and one gang charge.

Williams also entered a no contest plea to a racketeering conspiracy charge and a separate gang charge, potentially opening himself up to being punished for the criminal counts.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.