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Young Thug Released After Guilty Plea to Criminal Charges

Rapper Young Thug has been released following a plea deal that results in probation and community service to combat gang violence.

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Rapper Young Thug, born Jeffrey Williams, was released after pleading guilty to various criminal charges, resulting in a 15-year probation term with community service obligations. His 40-year sentence was commuted to time served following a lengthy and controversial trial about the use of rap lyrics as legal evidence. He is required to stay away from the Atlanta area for ten years, must make anti-gang presentations, and cannot contact other gang members. Young Thug aims to positively influence his community post-release.

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