A$AP Rocky’s trial begins next week: ‘He’s ready to go’

The rapper will face court on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and is “anxious to tell his story,” according to lawyer Joe Tacopina

The judgment of A$AP Rocky for an alleged armed attack against his former friend A$AP Relli after a brawl that occurred three years ago will begin next week. Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge, Mark S. Arnoldsaid jury selection will begin Tuesday the 21st Rakim Meyers – the rapper’s real name – must appear in court in person.

The prosecution intends to make a definitive settlement offer MeyersBut Giuseppe Tacopinathe artist’s lawyer, does not believe there is any interest on his part: “My client has stated that he is not willing to accept anything, but I will listen to any offer,” he told the court.

In a statement to Rolling Stonethe lawyer said it Rocky “He’s eager to tell his story. He’d love the opportunity to do so.” He added that the artist is “very eloquent, very intelligent. He is a good human being, and this would be clear if he testified. But it is a decision that has not yet been made. It depends on how the case goes.”

Rocky He has pleaded not guilty to two counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm and could face up to 24 years in prison if convicted. “He’s confident and ready to go. He believes in justice and he believes this will work out for him.”

The case against Rocky it is fundamentally weak. It is based on testimonies from unreliable people. I think the defense is very, very strong.

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Source: Terra

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