A$AP Rocky’s trial continues as the judge seeks to minimize racial tensions in the courtroom. In a surprising move, Judge Mark Arnold has asked all parties involved to avoid using the N-word during testimony or discussions.
The change comes after a clip surfaced showing A$AP Rocky interjecting when his attorney used the word multiple times while quoting text messages between Rocky and the victim, A$AP Relli. The judge has now instructed counsel to simply say “N-word” instead of repeating the slur when referencing it in court.
Rocky faces two counts of assault with a deadly weapon if found guilty, carrying a maximum sentence of 24 years in prison. He had previously rejected the prosecution’s final plea offer, leading to his current trial. Rihanna was spotted supporting Rocky outside the courthouse on Wednesday, but no footage of her in court has surfaced.
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