Kodak Black Could Await Trial Behind Bars

BY Caroline Fisher
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BILOXI, MISSISSIPPI - APRIL 15: Kodak Black performs during Kodak Black & Friends Concert at Mississippi Coast Coliseum on April 15, 2023 in Biloxi, Mississippi.(Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)
Last month, Kodak Black was arrested and accused of cocaine possession, evidence tampering, and more.

At the beginning of December, Kodak Black was arrested after being found asleep behind the wheel of his Bentley. Police reportedly noticed the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle at the time, and later decided to conduct a search. They found white powder in the car, which they alleged was cocaine. It was later confirmed to be oxycodone.

“The cop says crack cocaine, and it turned out to be oxycodone. I don’t know how an error like that happens," Kodak's lawyer Bradford Cohen writes. "I’ve never seen in my career of 27 years where an officer tested an oxycodone pill, and it came back positive for cocaine. This officer was either grossly neglectful, incompetent or a liar. It’s one of those three." Reportedly, Cohen plans to file a motion for the arresting officer to be investigated. The rapper was out on bail at the time of his recent arrest. He remains in custody at the Miami Federal Detention Center for the time being.

Judge Barbara Duffy Wants Kodak Black In Jail

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Rapper Kodak Black performs onstage during the first day of Rolling Loud Los Angeles 2023 at Hollywood Park Grounds on March 03, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

When he's finally released, however, Kodak might be put right back behind bars. During a hearing today, Judge Barbara Duffy demanded that once out of federal custody, he go back to jail until his trial. A hearing to revoke his supervised release is currently scheduled for January 22. “After speaking with one of the defense attorneys [Tuesday] morning, prosecutors will review any documentation the defense wants to send over,” Broward State Attorney’s Office spokesperson Paula McMahon told the Miami Herald.

What do you think of Judge Duffy demanding that Kodak Black go back to jail once out of federal custody? What about officers initially labeling the oxycodone found on his person during the arrest cocaine? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

About The Author
Caroline Fisher is currently a News Editor at HotNewHipHop. Her time at HotNewHipHop began in 2023 when she began writing about music and pop culture full-time. Since then, she has helped cover major stories including the YSL RICO trial, Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s explosive feud, Diddy’s ongoing legal battle, and awards shows such as the BET Awards. Being from Chicago, she also got the opportunity to attend Summer Smash 2024 and review Chief Keef’s historic homecoming show. She additionally covered sets by Flo Milli, Playboi Carti, Bktherula, and more.

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