Young Thug attorney Brian Steel granted bond, avoiding jail time this weekend

Young Thug's attorney, Brian Steel, granted bond after being held in contempt for refusing to reveal source of leaked info.

Young Thug's attorney, Brian Steel, was recently granted bond by the Supreme Court of Georgia, allowing him to avoid reporting to Fulton County Jail as previously ordered by Judge Ural Glanville. Steel, along with Keith Adams, is representing the rapper in what has become Georgia's longest and most high-profile trial to date. The trial, filled with drama and controversy, centers around the disclosure of a private conversation that led to Steel's contempt of court charge.

The trial, which began in November 2023, has been marked by arrests, disruptions, and a lengthy jury selection process. Prosecutors are seeking to prove that Young Thug's record label, Young Slime Life (YSL), is a criminal street gang responsible for various offenses. However, defense attorneys argue that YSL is simply a record label and not a criminal organization.

Young Thug himself is facing multiple criminal charges under a federal law originally designed to combat organized crime. In addition to the charges related to YSL, he is also accused of drug possession, firearm possession, and possession of a machine gun. Despite these allegations, Williams' attorneys maintain that he is not the leader of a criminal gang as prosecutors claim.

The trial has seen its fair share of controversy, including the recent imprisonment of Brian Steel for refusing to disclose the source of leaked information about an ex parte conversation between prosecutors and the judge. The legal term ex parte refers to a decision made by a judge without all parties present, a practice that is generally considered improper.

The trial has already set records for the longest jury selection process in Georgia history, and witness testimony is expected to surpass previous state records. With 18 jurors selected, including six alternates, the trial is poised to continue for an extended period based on the number of witnesses the state plans to call.

Despite the ongoing legal battles and courtroom drama, Young Thug's legal team remains steadfast in their defense of the rapper. As the trial continues to unfold, the fate of Young Thug and his associates hangs in the balance, with the outcome of the trial likely to have far-reaching implications for the music industry and beyond.