NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Attorneys representing Christopher Dorsey, better known as the New Orleans-born rapper BG, have requested that a federal judge allow the artist to remain on supervised release. Dorsey was recently arrested for allegedly violating the terms of his release from federal prison. In court filings on Friday, Dorsey’s lawyers argued that he had official permission to perform alongside prominent musicians, contradicting authorities’ claims.
The arrest was prompted by a probation officer’s allegation that Dorsey failed to obtain clearance to perform at a concert in Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside rapper Lil Boosie in February. The officer also claimed that Dorsey did not receive clearance to release an album and music videos while living at a halfway house. However, Dorsey’s attorneys affirmed that he had obtained permission from the halfway house staff for all his work.
One point of contention raised by Dorsey’s probation officer was that Lil Boosie and another rapper, Gucci Mane, both had prior felony convictions, which violates the terms of Dorsey’s supervised release. However, Dorsey’s legal team maintained that the halfway house had given him permission to collaborate with both artists before he left and began supervised release.
Support for Dorsey’s request to remain on supervised release came in the form of letters from various individuals, including the president of the Emerald Dream Foundation and co-founder of Cash Money Records, Bryan “Baby” Williams. The letters emphasized Dorsey’s dedication to rebuilding his life and his positive impact on others.
Dorsey, who was part of Cash Money’s Hot Boys alongside rappers Lil Wayne and Juvenile, was sentenced to prison in 2012 on gun charges. After serving time in a halfway house, his sentence was reduced, and he began living under federal supervision in February. However, he was rearrested in March on allegations of violating his supervised release.
Dorsey’s next court date in New Orleans is scheduled for Monday, where his case will be reevaluated. His attorneys are seeking to prevent his return to prison, citing his productivity and potential for career growth.
As the legal proceedings continue, Dorsey’s case highlights the intersection of music and the criminal justice system, prompting discussions about the challenges faced by artists navigating the terms of their release and re-entry into society.