In a high-profile court ruling on April 3, 2025, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker decided not to revoke the probation of Grammy nominated rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Lamar Williams. This comes despite prosecutors raising concerns over a recent social media post that they claimed violated the terms of his probation.

The court’s decision marks a legal win for the Atlanta-based artist, who had been under intense scrutiny since his release in late 2024. Prosecutors argued that the controversial post, which they said hinted at gang-related activity, warranted a revocation of his probation. However, Judge Whitaker ruled that the evidence was insufficient to justify such a serious consequence.

Young Thug remains free under the original terms of his probation, though the judge emphasized that any future missteps could lead to harsher consequences.

Young Thug’s legal saga stems from Georgia’s most prolonged criminal trial under the state’s RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations) statute. The trial focused on allegations that he and members of the alleged YSL (Young Slime Life) gang engaged in criminal activity, including drug trafficking armed robbery and even murder. After more than two years of courtroom drama, Young Thug entered a plea deal in October 2024, admitting guilt to six of eight charges.

As part of the deal he received a 40-year sentence. However, five years were commuted to time already served, allowing him to walk free after roughly two years behind bars. His remaining sentence includes a strict 15-year probation, with the threat of a 20-year prison term looming if he violates its terms.

The conditions of his probation are strict he is banned from metro Atlanta for a decade, must submit to random searches and drug tests, cannot possess firearms, and is forbidden from promoting or affiliating with gangs in any form.