DMX received a jail sentence for driving without a license and possession of marijuana. He appealed for a reduction in his sentence which was denied, and he was later charged with assault for throwing objects at a prison guard.
DMX was arrested at John F. Kennedy Airport for possession of cocaine, criminal impersonation, possession of a weapon, DUI, the list goes on.
He’s also been charged for reckless driving, two counts of endangerment, three counts of criminal speed and driving on a suspended license.
After attempting to buy cocaine and marijuana from an undercover cop, the rapper pleaded guilty on charges of drug possession, theft and animal cruelty. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail.
Charged for failing to appear in court for drug charges.
Arrested for a missed court appearance on drug, theft and animal cruelty charges in Maricopa, Arizona.
DMX turns himself in to the Los Angeles Metropolitan Court for his 2002 reckless driving charge. He was sent to jail for 90 days.
Arrested on five counts of violating his probation.
DMX is moved to the Mental Health Unit of the Arizona State Prison.
He is arrested… yet again… during a late drive in Arizona for speeding and of course for driving with a suspended license…again.
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After years of struggling with drug use and possession, charges for DUI, assault and driving with a suspended license, Earl Simmons, also known as DMX has finally decided to stop the cycle.
theGrio: DMX: I’ve finally conquered my coke addiction
Let’s take a look at his journey that eventually led him to lead a clean drama-free life.