Fetty Wap Freed Early from Federal Prison
Rapper Fetty Wap has been released early from federal prison after serving nearly three years for a drug-related conviction. The artist, born Willie Junior Maxwell II, was sentenced to six years in prison and five years of post-release supervision in May 2023.
Release Details
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed that Fetty Wap was transferred from the Federal Correctional Institution in Sandstone, Minnesota, to community confinement on January 7, 2026. His current status is home confinement, as stated by his publicist.
Fetty Wap’s release from confinement is projected for later this year, specifically on November 8, 2023.
Public Statement
In a statement, Fetty Wap expressed gratitude to his family, friends, and fans for their ongoing support. He emphasized his commitment to community initiatives aimed at assisting at-risk youth. His focus includes expanding access to education and early tech skills for young children.
Background of Legal Issues
- Arrested in October 2021 in New York City.
- Indicted on a drug trafficking conspiracy charge alongside five others.
- Pleased not guilty but secured a $500,000 bond for release in November 2021.
- Bond revoked in August 2022 for violating release conditions.
- Pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess and distribute over 500 grams of cocaine in the same month.
Current Focus and Outlook
Fetty Wap’s publicist, Abesi Manyando, conveyed that he is in good spirits and focused on his family and music. He aims to make a meaningful impact in his community, particularly for at-risk youth.
With a renewed sense of purpose, Fetty Wap is committed to creating pathways for long-term success, ensuring that he can positively influence the lives of young individuals.
