Rapper Young Thug, legally known as Jeffery Williams, has been released from jail following a plea agreement in his RICO case. On October 31, 2024, Williams pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including drug and firearm offenses, and no contest to racketeering conspiracy and leading a criminal street gang. He received a 40-year sentence, with five years commuted to time served and 15 years on probation. As part of his probation, Williams must leave the metro Atlanta area for ten years and return quarterly to give anti-gang presentations. Vulture
The case, which began in November 2023, involved 27 co-defendants, most of whom accepted plea deals. Williams was initially arrested in May 2022 on charges including racketeering and gang conspiracy. His release has been met with celebratory reactions from fellow artists and fans. Vulture
