Richard Ivy, a local rap artist known as Curly LVM, faces felony charges of street terrorism and gun possession. The charges stem from a police raid on April 2, where 1.5 pounds of marijuana and gang-related items were found. At just 18, Ivy is recognized for promoting his gang affiliation in drill music. Although law enforcement has evidence of his gang activities, using his lyrics in court may be complicated due to legislative protections enacted by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2022. Ivy was charged on April 4 and released on bail, with upcoming court dates scheduled.
Prosecutors have charged local rapper Richard Ivy, known as Curly LVM, with felony street terrorism and gun possession, following a police raid of his home.
Definitions of gang-associated music may make prosecutors' case complex as a law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2022 limits using artists' lyrics against them in court.
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