Remember that whole YSL RICO trial thing? Atlanta rapper Yak Gotti, legally known as Deamonte Kendrick, was released from Fulton County Jail on Wednesday after accepting a plea agreement to resolve his remaining legal charges. His release pretty much wraps up that trial.
Kendrick had previously been acquitted of racketeering and murder charges in the high-profile YSL RICO case, where he and co-defendant Shannon Stillwell declined plea offers. However, he later faced additional charges related to incidents while in custody.
In court, Kendrick pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated battery stemming from a June 2024 jail altercation where he and others allegedly attacked an inmate using an electrical cord. Other charges, including contraband and additional assault allegations, were dismissed as part of the deal.
When prosecutor Adam Abbate asked Kendrick if he admitted guilt, he responded, “I’m ready to go home, bro.” Abbate clarified, “Yes or no? Yes gets you home.”
The court sentenced Kendrick to 12 years, with credit for time served, leaving him with nine months to complete. If he complies with all conditions, he will serve probation, which could convert to non-reporting status after two years. If he completes five years without violations, his probation will be suspended.
Get this, as part of the agreement, Kendrick is prohibited from possessing firearms and was cautioned against promoting gang-related content in his music or on social media. “Just don’t post you hate anyone,” Abbate advised.
ICYMI, the case follows similar restrictions placed on fellow rapper Young Thug (Jeffery Williams), who accepted a plea deal in October 2024. Prosecutors recently attempted to revoke Thug’s probation over alleged social media activity. Still, the court ruled the posts did not violate his terms, though he received a warning about future conduct—that part.