Rapper A$AP Rocky’s trial for assault is underway, and this week, his lawyers are putting up a defense against the accusations that could ruin his career.
His partner, pop singer Rihanna, with whom he has two children, has frequently been in court as the trial has focused on claims that he pulled a gun on his ex-friend and fired several shots.
The rapper is facing two felony assault counts; the outcome of the trial, which began late last month, will determine whether he will be imprisoned. He might spend decades behind bars.
A$AP Rocky has entered a not guilty plea to the accusations, and his attorneys have maintained that his former friend is merely wanting money and that the firearm was a pretend pistol.
