The courtroom atmosphere took a notable turn Monday as Tory Lanez and his legal team appeared for a pivotal appeal hearing that could redefine the trajectory of the embattled artist’s future.
Tory’s attorney, Crystal Morgan, emerged from the courthouse exuding confidence, signaling that their arguments were well-received by the panel of judges. “We laid out the inconsistencies and procedural errors from the trial," she said. "This appeal is about fairness and due process and we feel the court is listening."
Also speaking outside the courthouse was Tory’s uncle, Speed, who doubled down on the family’s belief that justice will prevail. “This isn’t just about Tory," he stated. "It’s about correcting a broken system. We stand firm in truth.”
Megan Thee Stallion shooting happened the night of July 13, 2020.
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Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, is currently serving a 10-year sentence following his conviction in the 2020 shooting incident involving fellow artist Megan Thee Stallion. This case has polarized fans and sparked widespread debate across the hip-hop world.
This week’s appeal focused heavily on claims of ineffective legal representation during the original trial, as well as new interpretations of key evidence. Legal analysts say the three-judge panel seemed receptive to at least some of the defense's core arguments.
While a final ruling on the appeal could take weeks or even months, the tone from Lanez’s camp is clear: They believe momentum is finally on their side.
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