YFN Lucci Released On Bond Under Heavy Restrictions: Report

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The rapper has been fitted with an ankle monitor, had to surrender his passport, and much more.

It looks like YFN Lucci is enjoying the tastes of freedom. It's been a difficult time for the Atlanta rapper after he surrendered himself over to authorities last month following a warrant being issued for his arrest. Lucci has been hit with murder and gang activity charges in connection with the December shooting death of a 28-year-old man, and recently, the rapper was denied bond by a judge. His legal team has been working overtime to get him released, and Lucci's girlfriend, Reginae Carter, has been updating fans with news about the rapper.

On Monday (February 8), the public received their first glimpse at Lucci post-jail in a video clip that has gone viral. Unsurprisingly, Lucci is excited to be released and viewers can see him grinning from ear to ear, even under his protective mask. According to TMZ, Lucci was released under a series of strict conditions including paying a $500K bond, living at an undisclosed location with an ankle monitor, surrendering his passport, and being under house arrest between 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

The outlet also states that Lucci is only permitted to meet with his lawyers, spend time with his chidlren, and visit with medical professionals. He's banned from "visiting a specific recording studio in downtown Atlanta" and can't speak with any alleged victims of the case or co-defendants. Lucci is also barred from communicating with gang members or convicted felons, and he's not allowed to post on social media, but it looks as if his team is taking care of getting information out about his music videos. 

His attorney Drew Findling reportedly stated, "The bond was negotiated last week and finalized today. He was released just before 4 pm. There are a variety of conditions which is somewhat consistent with these cases, which included surrendering his passport."

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.