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Mozzy Gets Down to Year-Long Jail Term for Gun Possession

Mozzy Faces A One-Year Prison Sentence
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Timothy Cornell Patterson, an American rapper, known as Mozzy, has started his one-year sentence for gun charges. The imprisonment for Mozzy on a federal gun charge is coming a year and six months after the incident. The 35-year-old rapper is from Oak Park, Sacramento, California.

The police stopped Mozzy for a traffic offense in his state of California. They discovered that the rapper and songwriter possessed a firearm. 

According to a case filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California in September 2021, “TIMOTHY CORNELL PATTERSON knowingly possessed a firearm, namely, a Glock Model 26 Gen 4, 9mm caliber pistol…16 rounds of Speer 9mm Luger caliber ammunition, in and affecting interstate and foreign commerce.”

The court document further states that in Nov 2014, in Sacramento, Mozzy “possessed such firearm and ammunition knowing that he had previously been convicted of at least one of the following felony crimes.”

Before the hearing, Mozzy was released on bail. The Sacramento artist eventually had to present himself to start his yearlong prison stay. In a statement released to the media, Mozzy acknowledges that bad situations happen, but one has to handle them. “life comes at you fast… It’ll get slimy out here,” the artist explained. Also, the rapper appreciates his loved ones. “Chin up, chest out. Love you the most,” Mozzy said.

Mozzy’s Pre-Jail Last Minute Achievement

Just a week before Mozzy handed himself to the police, the rap artist entered a new stage in his music career. He released his seventh studio album, Survivor’s Guilt. The solo record with 15 songs includes “Not The Same,” “Tell The Truth,” “Murder on My Mind,” and “Make The News.” The album is the first for the label Collective Music Group, Yo Gotti’s CMG.

 

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Initially known as the Cocaine Muzik Group, the group signed Mozzy earlier this year. The artist uses “Survivor’s Guilt” to talk about heartbreak, wounds inflicted, and time served. The new album reveals Mozzy’s mental health story, what pride did in preventing earlier acknowledgment of the issue, and the eventual acceptance.

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NBA YoungBoy’s Gun Charges And Demands To Be Removed From House Arrest

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22-year-old YoungBoy Never Broke Again, aka NBA YoungBoy, born Kentrell D. Gaulden, is one of the most streamed artists in the United States. Since 2017, he has been in trouble with the law. However, the situation appears to be improving.

NBA YoungBoy was found not guilty on July 15 of having a firearm and ammunition in Los Angeles. This charge stems from a separate federal arrest warrant that Youngboy issued in March 2021 for gun possession in the Los Angeles area. Moreover, in September 2020, the rapper was among 16 individuals accused of possessing guns and drugs during a video shoot in his hometown, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

 

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Considering that the “I Got The Bag” rapper has recently been found not guilty of the specific charge, he and his lawyers believe he should be released from house arrest. Among his house arrest conditions in Utah are using a GPS tracking device, incarceration at home, and pre-approved visitation privileges.

Due to this, his attorneys argue that house arrest rules should cease and impede his career as an artist. In addition, AllHipHop acquired court documents from Gaulden’s legal counsel requesting the modification of his bail order from October 2021.

“NBA YoungBoy was acquitted in a parallel prosecution concerning the firearm found inside of his car when he was arrested on the underlying warrant in this case,” said his attorneys. “We believe that a modification of bail is in order and that the current release conditions are more onerous than necessary to assure his appearance or protect the commencing from danger.”

YoungBoy Never Broke Again: A Look Back at March 2021

As police officers pulled over the Baton Rouge rapper in his Mercedes Maybach in March 2021, he initially complied with them. Despite this, NBA was unaware of an outstanding federal warrant.

His nervousness led him to pull off and lead the police on a high-speed pursuit. A short time later, he abruptly exited his vehicle and sprinted away. Upon approaching the car, police officers discovered a pistol equipped with an FNX .45 caliber cartridge, ammunition, money, and jewelry.

Wise Decisions

Despite NBA’s recent acquittal, it is pertinent to note that we must make better decisions regarding firearms as a nation. A gun owner should ensure that the firearm is registered to avoid legal repercussions.

Furthermore, it is essential to maintain a clean record to the best of your ability. Criminal records that include misdemeanors or felonies may limit an individual’s opportunities in life. In life, things happen, which is understandable; however, some situations can be avoided. Lyrics in rap songs can reveal a great deal about an artist. In other words, be careful what you disclose to the public.

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Jayland Walker, An Unarmed Black Man, Was Shot Over 60 Times By Akron Police During A Traffic Stop

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Akron, Ohio, is closing major intersections before the 4th of July weekend to prepare for peaceful protests. A traffic violation resulting in a fatal foot pursuit led to the shooting and death of Jayland Walker, 25, on Monday (June 27). According to reports, eight officers fired over 90 shots during the deadly encounter.

WKYC reported that seven of the eight police officers involved in the shooting are white.

“Use of force cases are always ugly. This case is ugly times ten,” according to a police source who spoke to 3News Investigates. A body camera video recording of the shooting should be available within the next week due to the investigation. Nonetheless, an autopsy revealed that Walker suffered injuries from his face down to his legs.

As reported by CNN, the medical examiner’s office “indicated that Walker was observed laying on his back and was in handcuffs when a medical examiner investigator arrived at the shooting scene.”

In a press conference, Bobby DiCello, a lawyer for Walker’s family, said, “How these events took place leaves us with many, many, many questions.” He also encouraged people to protest peacefully.

What Led to the Death of Jayland Walker?

Walker allegedly conducted a high-speed chase with Akron police, resulting in his accusation of firing shots at them. Four-and-a-half minutes after the encounter began, Walker reportedly took off on foot before police used tasers. However, the authorities claim that over 90 shots occurred within seconds, hitting Walker more than 60 times.

The police fired some of their last shots at Walker’s body as it lay on the pavement, sources told WKYC. Despite not having a firearm at the time of the incident, police found a gun inside his vehicle.  Based on the autopsy results, the officers handcuffed Walker following the shooting. At the time of arrival of medical assistance, he was dead.

In preparation for further protests, Akron’s Mayor Dan Horrigan canceled the city’s Rib, White, and Blue Festival yesterday (June 30). “Independence Day is meant to be a celebration and a time of gathering with friends and family. Unfortunately, I feel strongly that this is not the time for a city-led celebration,” he said.

 

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