Kodak Black, the rapper, has faced a series of legal and personal struggles over the years that have significantly impacted his life and career. Legal Issues and Arrests:
- In 2019, Kodak was arrested for making false statements to possess weapons and sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison. His sentence was commuted by President Donald Trump in 2021
- In 2021, he took a plea deal for a sexual assault case, pleading guilty to a lesser charge of first-degree assault and battery, resulting in 18 months of probation
- He has faced multiple arrests, including trespassing in 2022 and a 2022 arrest involving possession of oxycodone and trafficking charges. The oxycodone was prescribed for pain after he was shot during a fight outside a restaurant
- Most recently, in 2025, Kodak was arrested again on felony trafficking and possession charges. Court discussions suggest he might face a prison sentence this time, as prosecutors appear less inclined to give him another chance
Personal and Health Struggles:
- Kodak has struggled with drug issues and mental health concerns, with fans and observers noting troubling behavior such as nodding off in public and erratic livestreams. These issues have coincided with his legal troubles and have been damaging to his personal life and career
- Despite these struggles, Kodak has made efforts to turn his life around at times, including earning a GED and spending time in rehab. After rehab, he released successful music like the song "Walk," which gained significant attention
- His attorney has denied claims that Kodak is currently on drugs, despite viral videos suggesting otherwise
Summary:
Kodak Black's life has been marked by repeated legal troubles, including
weapons charges, assault, drug possession, and trafficking. His legal issues
have been intertwined with struggles with drug use and mental health, leading
to arrests and rehab stints. Though he has shown moments of recovery and
musical success, recent developments indicate ongoing challenges, with a new
felony trafficking case potentially leading to prison time
