Tory Lanez denied bail ahead of 10-year prison sentencing in Megan Thee Stallion shooting case
Megan Thee Stallion dazzled audiences at the MTV VMAs 2023, the man accused of shooting her in the foot, Tory Lanez, finds himself seeking bail from the courts. In a recent Rolling Stone report, it has been revealed that his request for bail has been firmly denied, further complicating his legal predicament.
Bail Request Denied
In the ongoing saga of rapper Tory Lanez, who received a 10-year prison sentence in August for his involvement in the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, a Los Angeles judge has turned down his plea for bail as he awaits the outcome of his appeal.
Lanez, born Daystar Peterson, aimed to stay out of prison while appealing his convictions on three felony counts connected to the shooting incident. However, Judge David Herriford, overseeing the case, declined the bail request.
Judge Cites Severity and Violations
Judge Herriford's decision to deny bail hinged on several factors. Firstly, the judge emphasized the gravity of the «violent felony» for which Lanez had been convicted. Secondly, Lanez's track record of violating court orders, including previous breaches of protective orders, raised concerns about his willingness to adhere to legal mandates.
Moreover, Lanez's status as a Canadian citizen heightened fears of potential deportation.
Legal Representation
During the hearing, Lanez was represented by attorneys Crystal Morgan and Michael Hayden, representing the nonprofit legal group Unite the People. Despite the setback, Lanez's legal team emphasized that this was only the initial step in the appellate process, as reported by Rolling Stone.
The Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case
The saga began in the summer of 2020 when rapper Megan Thee Stallion accused fellow artist Tory Lanez, whose real name
