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Lil Durk Reportedly Intends To Plead Not Guilty To Murder-For-Hire Conspiracy

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Lil Durk is currently behind bars in Miami on a charge of alleged murder-for-hire conspiracy. The Chicago rapper was arrested last week, shortly after five alleged OTF affiliates were taken into custody. Authorities believe they were allegedly paid to carry out an attack on Quando Rondo, which ultimately claimed the life of his cousin Lul Pab instead.

According to a source who recently spoke with TMZ, however, Durk plans on pleading not guilty. At the time of writing, it remains unclear exactly when he’ll touch down in California to face the charge. If he’s found guilty, he could reportedly face life imprisonment or the death penalty, so the stakes are high.

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Lil Durk Plans To Fight His Charge

Lil Durk Reportedly Intends To Plead Not Guilty To Murder-For-Hire Conspiracy
May 2, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago rapper Lil Durk attends a baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and the Los Angeles Angels at Guaranteed Rate Field. Kamil Krzaczynski / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Luckily, it looks like he’s been able to maintain a positive mindset throughout his prison stay. The source also told the outlet that Durk is in “great spirits” despite the difficult circumstances. They added that so far, prison food is his biggest complaint. He also had a hearing yesterday, and his long-term girlfriend Inda Royale was in attendance to show her support.

She’s not the only one showing Durk love amid his legal issues, however. Countless fans, peers, and loved ones have been calling for his release since the arrest. Burna Boy even sparked controversy when he demanded Durk’s freedom this week. “The streets ain’t what it used to be,” he wrote. “The old rules no longer apply. The way I see it, everybody is a civilian now… No more sliding, just sue your opps to court and take they money [Laughing Emoji].” What do you think of Lil Durk reportedly planning to plead not guilty to his murder-for-hire conspiracy charge? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Diddy Pleads Not Guilty To All Charges

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According to a breaking news report from TMZ, Diddy is pleading not guilty to all of the charges put upon him. Obviously, this is something that no one should be taken aback by. The multi-media figure and rapper was hit with three charges earlier today, including “racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution”. All of this has been transpiring within Manhattan, New York, with his arrest occurring late yesterday.

He has yet to be convicted, but the potential outcomes are extreme. As it stands, he is currently facing a minimum of 15 years, with a statutory maximum of life behind bars. Of course, Diddy is not wanting anything to do with that, which is why he offered a $50,000,000 bail package. It includes selling his $48,000,000 Miami home, in addition his mother’s house in the same city. Furthermore, he’s even willing to limit where he can travel, which is trimmed down to just certain districts of Florida and New York.

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Diddy Could Face A Maximum Of Life In Prison

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 03: Sean “Diddy” Combs attends Black Tie Affair For Quality Control’s CEO Pierre “Pee” Thomas at Fox Theater on June 02, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

TMZ is also reporting that prosecutors feel Diddy is too much of loose cannon to just let him walk on bail. At the moment, judge has not yet come to a decision on whether not that’s a real possibility. With that in mind, there’s still a lot to come. So, be sure to stick around for breaking updates.

What are your thoughts on Diddy pleading not guilty to all charges? What do you think is next for him? Do you think prosecutors will take the bail package, why or why not? We would like to hear what you have to say, so leave your thoughts in the comments. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Diddy and his arrest. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on in the music world.

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Mariah The Scientist Pleads Not Guilty To Battery After Alleged Club Fight

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Earlier this year, footage of Mariah The Scientist and a woman named Cleopatra Dues allegedly getting into a brawl at an Atlanta club left social media users shocked. Reportedly, Dues told police that Mariah allegedly approached her and ripped off her wig, then proceeded to drag her across the floor of Cavo Kitchen and Cocktail Lounge. She insists that she never interacted with Mariah until the alleged incident.

In May, Mariah was arrested and charged with simple battery. Now, according to court documents obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, she’s pleaded not guilty. Moreover, her attorney Brian Steel has asked for a jury trial. She’s yet to address the debacle but may do so soon in court.

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Mariah The Scientist’s Attorney Demands Jury Trial

Mariah The Scientist Pleads Not Guilty To Battery After Alleged Club Fight
Recording artist Mariah the Scientist performs onstage on Day 1 of 2023 ONE MusicFest at Piedmont Park on October 28, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images)

Unfortunately for Mariah, her own legal woes aren’t the only ones she’s dealing with these days. Her boyfriend Young Thug is also currently behind bars on RICO charges. His high-profile trial was put on hold earlier this week. The defense filed a motion for Fulton County Superior Court Judge Ural Glanville to recuse himself due to an ex parte meeting with prosecutors and witness Kenneth Copeland. The trial won’t continue until another judge reviews the case. Glanville also plans to release a transcript of his meeting with Copeland “so everyone will have a chance to look at it.”

It’s unclear exactly how long this could take. The trial is already the longest in state history, however, and doesn’t look like it’ll be coming to a close anytime soon. What do you think of Mariah The Scientist pleading not guilty to battery? What about her attorney Brian Steel asking for a jury trial? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Alec Baldwin Enters Plea In “Rust” Manslaughter Case

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Alec Baldwin has pled not guilty to a charge of involuntary manslaughter in New Mexico. Baldwin’s plea comes after a grand jury chose to indict Baldwin over the death of a cinematographer on the set of the Western film Rust, for which Baldwin is also a producer. The grand jury chose to indict Baldwin on similar charges to ones that prosecutors initially dropped in April of last year.

The renewed indictment stems from a new gun analysis that was presented to the grand jury in Santa Fe. Baldwin has claimed that he pulled back the hammer on the replica firearm but did not pull the trigger. Baldwin will remain free pending trial but is prohibited from owning firearms, consuming alcohol, and leaving the country. He is also allowed limited contact with other members of the Rust set for the purposes of promotion. A date for Baldwin’s trial is yet to be set.

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Alec Baldwin & Rust: What We Know

Rust finished filming in May 2023, with Baldwin returning to set to finish his scenes. The film, which is working on a budget of $8 million, does not have a release date. The break in production caused several recastings, with Jensen Ackles and Brady Noon both leaving the production due to scheduling conflicts. The film follows Baldwin as a grizzled outlaw who must attempt to save his grandson from a blood-thirsty US Marshal.

However, the shooting incident that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was not the only incident on set. A few weeks after Hutchins was killed, a rigger was bitten by a spider and needed numerous surgeries to avoid an arm amputation. Furthermore, multiple reports about lapses in on-site safety were reportedly raised and ignored by supervisors. The on-set armorer has been charged and is awaiting trial in the case. Meanwhile, another charged individual took a plea deal earlier this year. Baldwin, who is also a producer on the film, has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings.

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Kodak Black Pleads Not Guilty To Drug Charges

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Koda Black has entered a plea of not guilty to a litany of charges filed against him in Florida this week. Black is accused of cocaine possession, evidence tampering, and the improper stopping of a vehicle. Black was released on bond after paying a bail of at least $5000. Furthermore, Black has reportedly requested a trial by jury. It’s unclear when Black will be expected back in court. However, he remains free for the moment.

The Florida rapper was arrested earlier this week after police officers found Black’s car illegally parked by the side of the road in Plantation. After noting “burnt weed” and “alcohol” in the car, officers reportedly witnessed white powder “falling from Black’s mouth”. This powder was later determined to be cocaine. It is believed that Black had attempted to eat the cocaine in order to conceal it from the cops. Furthermore, Black is now on pre-trial release. He may not leave Broward County and must speak with his Pretrial Services Officer twice a week. Additionally, Black is prohibited from consuming alcohol or illegal substances before his trial begins.

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John Gabbana Theorizes On Kodak Black Arrest

Meanwhile, rapper John Gabbana (aka Holy Gabbana) spoke on Black’s arrest. He called it a result of no one in Black’s life holding him accountable. “When I reached out da first time ppl said I was tripping. He’s y’all favorite rapper so y’all judgement was bias but dats what’s wrong w society today,” he explained. “Too many yes men in da circle n nobody round to tell ppl da hard truth, which could possibly save someone’s life,” Gabbana said.

Furthermore, fans have continued to express their disappointment of the path Black has gone down. “Kodak gets the blessing of the century by randomly getting pardoned by the president and then he just keeps getting in trouble,” one HNHH commenter wrote of the situation. Black’s arrest and subsequent legal proceedings remain a developing story. We’ll have any updates as and when they emerge.

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Sergio Brown Pleads Not Guilty To Murdering His Mother

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Ex-NFL player Sergio Brown has entered a not-guilty plea on the charge of murdering his mother, Myrtle. Brown reportedly entered his plea earlier on Wednesday while remanded in custody at a jail in Illinois. He will be due back in court later this month. Brown and his mother were reported missing in September, only for his mother’s body to be discovered beside a creek near their Illinois home. Brown remained missing for a few days until he began posting concerning videos from Mexico. He was eventually detained in Mexico and extradited to the United States.

Brown was a starting safety for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish but went undrafted in 2010. However, he was later signed by the Patriots and would play nearly 100 games over the next seven seasons, although he would only ever start 15 games. He retired in 2016 following a brief stint with the Bills. Finishing his career with 144 tackles, Brown also played for the Colts and Jags. His time with the Bills came after a training camp with the Falcons.

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Von Miller Expected To Play Despite Arrest

Meanwhile, another Bills player is facing his own legal issues. Von Miller was arrested last week after allegedly assaulting his pregnant girlfriend. However, the arrest will not immediately affect Miller’s status with the Bills. “We weren’t there. We’re not the investigators. We don’t, obviously, you know, we had our conversations with Von and understood what he believes happened. And so, from that standpoint we can’t get into it. It’s an open investigation, and so we’ll just, we’ll let the legal process play out, and he’ll participate like normal in practice,” GM Brandon Beane told reporters.

“Anytime it’s an ongoing investigation, if something was uncovered that the commissioner does have that, at any point, if he feels there was something that, hey, this is, this doesn’t look good or something like that, if at any point that, they could. But with our knowledge of what we have today, we don’t expect that,” Beane added in regards to the possibility of Miller being added to the Commissioner’s Exempt List.

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Shawn Kemp Pleads Not Guilty In Shooting Case

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Last month, former NBA star Shawn Kemp was charged with first-degree assault after firing a handgun outside a mall in Tacoma, Washington. The charges reportedly stemmed from a video showing the incident, which occurred in March 2023. At the time of the charges, Kemp’s attorney indicated that he would plead not guilty. Kemp had been arrested at the time of the incident but was released without being charged. The charges came over a month later.

“Today, Shawn Kemp learned that the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office elected to file charges against him,” attorney Scott Boatman, “He will be entering a plea of not guilty at his upcoming arraignment. Kemp has been fully cooperative with the police and the prosecutor’s office throughout this process. He is confident that once the jury hears from the witnesses and sees the evidence at trial, they will conclude that he was justified in defending himself that afternoon. He has retained the law offices of Aaron Kiviat and Tim Leary to defend these charges.”

Kemp Files Not Guilty Plea

On May 4, Kemp officially filed a plea of not guilty at Pierce County Courthouse. He would remain free on the charge of first-degree murder, with the conditions that he surrender any firearms and not attempt to contact the alleged victims. However, Kempt has maintained throughout these proceedings that he was acting in self-defense at the time of the shooting. Kemp will return to court next month for a second hearing on the charge. Kemp did not speak to the media upon leaving the courthouse with his attorney. It is not the first time Kemp has faced legal trouble. He was arrested twice on possession charges in 2005 and 2006.

Kemp spent 14 seasons in the NBA, mostly with the Seattle SuperSonics. A six-time all-star, Kemp retired in 2003 after a single-season stint with the Orlando Magic. Aside from the SuperSonics and Magic, Kemp also spent time with the Cavaliers and Trail Blazers. Additionally, he attempted a comeback for several years, but to no avail. Furthermore, He now owns several businesses in the Seattle area. The most famous of his ventures is a dispensary called Shawn Kemp’s Cannabis.

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