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YSL Codefendant Facing Mental Evaluation For Claiming Trump Gave Him Legal Advice

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The RICO trial of YSL and Young Thug just encountered yet another roadblock after Fulton County Chief Judge Ural Glanville ordered a mental evaluation of a codefendant. Moreover, YSL affiliate Jayden Myrick claimed to receive legal advice from former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden, and U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff. This followed various delays in the jury selection process, which is expected to take months to complete. Since January, the court has searched for jurors to evaluate the crimes and fates of Young Thug and 13 other codefendants. With this new development, the trial might take longer to get underway.

Furthermore, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that Judge Glanville expressed concern for Myrick’s statements. Last month, his attorneys made a request for a hearing to establish the 22-year-old’s competency to represent himself in court. Said request came directly as a result of his wishes. “I’m not the regular inmate,” he reportedly stated during the hearing. “I be with Joe Biden and Donald Trump and they be talking to me. Donald Trump is going to get me out.” Afterwards, he struggled to make himself clear in the court’s eyes. “I have some serious concerns about his present competency,” the judge remarked after asking if he took medication.

Judge Orders Mental Evaluation Of Codefendant In YSL Case

However, the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Myrick did receive medical prescriptions, which included an antipsychotic. Still, the codefendant maintained that he doesn’t need treatment via said medication. “I don’t need the medication,” he allegedly told the court. Not only that, but he expressed dissatisfaction with his legal team, alleging that his defense wasn’t on his side.

Given these statements, Judge Glanville ordered a mental evaluation of Myrick within 48 hours. Moreover, this evaluation would determine whether the alleged YSL coconspirator is competent to stand trial among his cohorts. If the evaluation rules otherwise, his case could face separate trial so as to not cause further delays for his 13 codefendants. As such, perhaps this won’t affect the case’s timeline as the situation suggests. Despite those hopes, given how many twists and turns this case underwent, it’s not out of the question. For the latest updates on Young Thug and YSL’s RICO trial, come back to HNHH.

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Disney Star Orlando Brown To Undergo Mental Evaluation After Arrest

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That’s So Raven star Orlando Brown will be undergoing a mental evaluation following his latest arrest. The check will determine whether he’s fit to stand trial in his Ohio criminal case regarding aggravated menacing, a first-degree misdemeanor in the state. Depending on the results of the test, Brown could do a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. TMZ cites Brown’s lawyer filing documents in court for the request.

Police originally arrested Brown while responding to a call regarding a fight in progress between 2 men. The victim claims Brown came at him while wielding a knife and hammer. According to the police report, he “believed Orlando was going to assault him.” He also told police that Brown had been going “crazy.” At the time, Brown was reportedly living under the same roof as the alleged victim. The victim also helped land Brown a movie role, which he has since lost due to the arrest.

Orlando Brown during New York Premiere of Disney’s “The Cheetah Girls” at La Guardia High School in New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Theo Wargo/WireImage)

Brown has dealt with a myriad of legal issues in recent years. Back in 2016, he was charged with domestic battery, obstruction of justice, drug possession with intent to sell, and possession of contraband in jail. He later appeared on Dr. Phil in 2018. During the episode, he made several viral erroneous claims, such as being the son of Michael Jackson. He also admitted to struggling with drug and alcohol addiction.

“A lot of drinking is what happened,” Brown said, explaining his behavior. “I was drinking a lot. I just found myself in a dark place because I couldn’t really find everybody. It’s kinda like looking for your keys, when you stop looking, they’re right there type of deal. I started to realize what was in front of me. From there, now I’m good.”

Orlando Brown is currently on house arrest as the legal proceedings continue. He posted a $25,000 bond, last week, to get out of jail. Brown starred as Eddie Thomas on That’s So Raven, which aired on Disney Channel from 2003 to 2007.

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