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Marcus Morris Sr. Released From Jail After Clearing Casino Debts

Repayment of more than $250,000 in casino markers paved the way for his release; his case is set for a Nevada extradition hearing in early August.

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Overview

  • Morris was arrested at Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport on July 27 after Nevada prosecutors issued felony warrants accusing him of passing checks with insufficient funds.
  • Court documents allege he wrote a $115,000 marker at MGM Grand in May 2024 and a $150,000 marker at Wynn Las Vegas in June 2024.
  • A Florida judge on July 29 denied Morris bond, ordering him held without bail and only to be released for extradition once his debts were settled.
  • In an Instagram statement, Morris said he endured 51 hours jailed without food or water, insisted he repaid the full sum and argued the dispute stemmed from casino marker rules rather than criminal intent.
  • His legal team wired a large payment toward the markers and his Nevada extradition hearing is scheduled for early August, where authorities may dismiss the warrants if repayment is confirmed.