The verdict, which will see the last two defendants set free immediately, marks the end of criminal trial that has captivated the music industry for nearly than two years.
The superstar rapper walked out of jail a free man on Thursday (Oct. 31), but that climactic moment was set into motion months ago.
More than two years after he was arrested on sweeping gang charges, Thug's guilty plea marks a key turning point in a criminal case that has rocked the music industry.
A week after talk of a mistrial, prosecutors continue to show a new willingness to strike deals rather than risk starting the massive case over from scratch.
The decision will finally end a bizarre episode in which attorney Brian Steel was sentenced to 20 days in jail after he exposed a secret meeting between the judge and prosecutors.
In a statement, Courtney Kramer accuses Willis of prosecuting the case to "bring fame" to herself and says the trial is wasting taxpayer dollars.
Defense lawyers had filed a motion seeking Judge Ural Glanville's recusal over what they believe was an "improper" meeting with prosecutors and a witness.
Judge Ural Glanville has repeatedly refused to recuse himself over allegations of a secret meeting, so defense attorneys are asking the state's top court to step in.
More than a year after one of hip-hop's biggest stars was indicted on accusations that he ran a violent Atlanta street gang, he's finally headed to trial.
"Rodeo Dr" is the latest song from the rapper's A Gift & A Curse album to receive a music video.
