Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been released from federal custody after serving three months for violating probation conditions, according to court records and his attorney.
The artist exited Metropolitan Detention Center Brooklyn after admitting to three supervision violations tied to an earlier federal sentence. Prosecutors said two violations involved possession of controlled substances. A third stemmed from an assault incident, which triggered additional scrutiny from federal probation authorities.
The violations prompted a short custodial term and new supervision requirements that will govern the rapper’s conduct during the next year. His attorney, Lance Lazzaro, said the conditions impose strict behavioral limits designed to prevent further violations.
“First and foremost, he must stay away from convicted felons, firearms and drugs,” Lazzaro said, describing the central restrictions attached to the supervision order.
Court records show the rapper previously failed a federally administered drug screening. The test returned positive results for cocaine and MDMA, a synthetic drug known for stimulant and hallucinogenic effects. The screening occurred while the performer remained under federal supervision.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine’s Attorney, Lance Lazzaro, Says He Must Stay Out Of Trouble Or Go Back To Jail
Despite that failure, Lazzaro said his client is now sober and intends to comply with the court’s directives moving forward.
“He’s not on drugs at this point,” the attorney said, adding that the rapper is “focused on staying compliant.”
Federal probation officers will continue monitoring the artist through mandatory testing. Court documents require one drug screening immediately following his release, along with at least two additional random tests during the supervision period.
The supervision order also requires the rapper to enroll in outpatient substance abuse treatment and participate in a mental health program addressing anger management.
Lazzaro said he last spoke with his client shortly before the release.
“He was extremely happy and looking forward to rebuilding his career,” Lazzaro said.
The rapper now faces a year of close supervision. Any new violation could return him to federal custody.
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