Boosie Pleads Guilty To Gun Charges In San Diego: The Arrest That Shocked Fans
Rapper Boosie BadAzz has officially pleaded guilty to federal gun charges in San Diego, marking a major turning point in his long-running legal battles. The 42-year-old Louisiana rapper, born Torrence Hatch Jr., was first arrested in May 2023 after police claimed they found two loaded handguns inside a vehicle during a traffic stop in San Diego’s Chollas View neighborhood. At the time, Boosie was in California to film a music video and perform at a nightclub in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. But what started as a trip for work quickly turned into a federal case. According to court documents, San Diego Police alleged they spotted Hatch holding a firearm during an Instagram Live video while filming a video in a backyard. Authorities used a helicopter to track down the vehicle he left in, leading to his arrest.
Boosie’s Guilty Plea: What He Told His Fans
On Tuesday, Hatch appeared in federal court and pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Instead of fighting it further, he made the decision to take accountability, telling his fans on Instagram:
“Just accepted a plea from the federal government on my gun case. I thought this case was over n I was going to get on with my life but ‘god don’t make mistakes’ n I’m tired of fighting. Talked to my family n this is the right decision. To all my fans across the world say a prayer for ya boy n go get the new album.”
For Boosie, this plea wasn’t just about court—it was about peace of mind. After years of running into the system, he’s showing he’s ready to move forward with his life and career.
The Legal Twist: Why Boosie’s Case Was Revived
This plea didn’t come out of nowhere. Just weeks before, a federal judge had dismissed his case after a Ninth Circuit ruling declared it unconstitutional to ban nonviolent felons from owning guns. That ruling had fans thinking Boosie was free and clear…