Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, known for his legal troubles, is back in jail for violating court orders, including testing positive for methamphetamine and arriving late to a New York court. His history of legal issues continues to grow as he faces potential further consequences.
- Tekashi 6ix9ine is back in trouble again
- The rapper has been arrested for violating court orders
- It is the latest in a series of woes
Tekashi 6ix9ine's Legal Troubles Resurface
Tekashi 6ix9ine, whose real name is Daniel Hernandez, finds himself back behind bars after a series of alleged legal violations. The rapper, famous for his rainbow-colored hair and controversial past, was detained for at least two weeks following a court appearance where he tested positive for methamphetamine and arrived an hour late.
Manhattan federal Judge Paul Engelmayer expressed his frustration, describing Hernandez's actions as demonstrating a "full spectrum disregard for the law." This recent incident adds to Tekashi's long list of legal woes, including his 2018 indictment on racketeering charges which led to a plea deal.
After serving a two-year prison sentence, Tekashi was released in 2020. His freedom, however, was conditional, with supervised release terms that he has now allegedly violated. Prosecutor Jonathan Rebold revealed that the rapper had tested positive for meth twice in the past fortnight and had skipped a drug test. Despite having six months left on his five-year supervised release, Tekashi's actions have brought him back into legal hot water.
In court, Tekashi attempted to explain his tardiness by stating, "I woke up late," after flying into New York from Florida the previous night. However, this explanation did little to appease Judge Engelmayer, who ordered his arrest.
Tekashi's legal troubles are not limited to his recent court appearances. His history includes being arrested in the Dominican Republic for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, Yailín la Más Viral, and facing charges for assaulting music producers in the same country. Additionally, he pleaded guilty in 2015 to using a 13-year-old in a sexual performance.
The rapper's involvement with the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods gang has been a significant part of his legal narrative. His cooperation with authorities, which included testifying against former gang members, resulted in leniency during his sentencing. This cooperation led to the conviction of several gang members, including a leader who received a 17-year sentence for drug dealing and racketeering.
Judge Engelmayer highlighted Tekashi's "broader pattern" of misbehavior, citing various arrests since his release. These include an incident in Florida where he was caught driving at 136 mph in a 65-mph zone. The judge has ordered Tekashi to remain incarcerated until his next court hearing on November 12, where discussions will determine whether he should be released.
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Tekashi's attorney, Lance Lazzaro, argued that the positive meth test was a misunderstanding due to the rapper's prescription for Adderall, which contains methamphetamine. Despite this defense, the court remains unconvinced, considering Tekashi's unsanctioned trip to Las Vegas for a concert as another breach of his release terms.
