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Social Media Reacts To Lil Durk’s Alleged Behavior In Court Ahead Of Verdict

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Social Media Reacts To Lil Durk's Alleged Behavior In Court Ahead Of Verdict
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 27: Rapper Lil Durk performs onstage during Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration at State Farm Arena on December 27, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/WireImage)

Roomies, Lil Durk’s fate is now in the hands of a Los Angeles jury, and as the wait continues, the rapper appears to be keeping his composure inside the courtroom. With deliberations stretching into a second day, Durk shared a few notable moments with his legal team and family before jurors got back to the business of deciding his future.

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Lil Durk Appears In Good Spirits As Deliberations Continue

According to journalist Michael Blackshire via X, who appears to be attending the trial, Lil Durk walked into court smiling on Thursday as the jury continued deliberating in his murder-for-hire case. His attorney, Drew Findling, patted him on the back and complimented his tie before Durk went on to hug Brian Steel and Christy O’Connor and shake hands with attorneys representing OTF Dede and David Lindsey before taking his seat.

Shortly after sitting down, Durk turned toward the audience and spotted his mother. The rapper smiled when he saw her, and she smiled right back — a brief but seemingly meaningful moment as he waits to learn whether he’ll walk out of the courtroom a free man or face a potentially life-altering sentence.

What’s Going On With Lil Durk’s Case?

The jury began deliberations on Wednesday in Durk’s federal murder-for-hire trial in Los Angeles, but was unable to reach a verdict before ending for the day. Near the end of Wednesday’s proceedings, jurors asked the judge for access to digitized evidence, which was provided Thursday morning before deliberations resumed.

About an hour into Thursday’s deliberations, jurors sent another note to the judge seeking clarification on the stalking charges, specifically asking for more information about what constitutes “intent.” They also requested clarification regarding the nature of the allegations involving Durk and his co-defendants. The jury returned from lunch on Thursday and continued deliberating.

Here’s What He Could Be Facing If Found Guilty

Durk is facing five charges in connection with the case, including allegations related to murder-for-hire and stalking resulting in death. Prosecutors allege the case involves an attempted hit targeting rapper Quando Rondo that ultimately resulted in the death of his cousin, Saviay’a Robinson, in 2022. Durk has pleaded not guilty and has denied the allegations.

If jurors are unable to reach a verdict, deliberations are expected to continue on Friday. If convicted on the murder-for-hire charges, Durk could face life in federal prison without the possibility of parole. He is also expected to face a separate federal racketeering trial regardless of the outcome of the current case.

Folks On X Ain’t Come To Play

Over on X, fans ran straight to Michael Blackshire’s comments with plenty to say about Lil Durk’s courtroom demeanor. All we can say is… everybody had their own opinion!

 

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