Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Young Thug Accepts Plea Deal in High-Profile YSL RICO Trial

The rapper, born Jeffery Williams, pleads 'no contest' to multiple charges, receiving time served and 15 years probation.

Image
Judge Paige Reese Whitaker delivered remarks after accepting plea deals from three co-defendants in the trial of rapper Young Thug. Quamarvious Nichols, Rodalius Ryan and Marquavius Huey all agreed to plead guilty this week.
Quamarvious Nichols accepted a plea deal on Tuesday. Four co-defendants remain on trial with rapper Young Thug.
Image

Overview

  • Young Thug faced charges including racketeering conspiracy and participation in a criminal street gang, along with drug and gun violations.
  • Williams' plea deal includes a 20-year backloaded sentence that activates only if he violates probation.
  • The trial, plagued by delays and controversies, saw three co-defendants accept plea deals this week.
  • Key witness Kenneth Copeland's inconsistent testimony weakened the prosecution's case against Williams.
  • Judge Paige Reese Whitaker criticized the prosecution for mishandling evidence, which nearly led to a mistrial.