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Tory Lanez Seeks Release, Citing New Evidence in Appeal

12/19/2025

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Rapper Tory Lanez seeks release from prison, arguing new evidence from Megan Thee Stallion's civil defamation suit was not disclosed during his 2022 shooting trial, while he serves a 10-year sentence.
He plans to appeal to the California Supreme Court, citing a possible Brady violation.
His attorney says missing medical records could have affected the trial.
Megan Thee Stallion has spoken about the mental health toll and ongoing harassment.

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Rapper Tory Lanez seeks release from prison, arguing new evidence from Megan Thee Stallion's civil defamation suit was not disclosed during his 2022 shooting trial, while he serves a 10-year sentence.
He plans to appeal to the California Supreme Court, citing a possible Brady violation.
His attorney says missing medical records could have affected the trial.
Megan Thee Stallion has spoken about the mental health toll and ongoing harassment.