A$AP Relli might have misplaced the prison trial, however he’s not backing down in his assault and battery lawsuit in opposition to A$AP Rocky over the identical 2021 incident.
In line with Rolling Stone, Relli’s authorized crew confirmed throughout a February 26 court docket listening to that they intend to proceed with the civil case, which had been on maintain whereas Rocky’s prison trial performed out. With that trial now over, a decide has formally lifted the keep and set a trial date for January 12, 2026.
Relli’s lawyer, Melissa Mikail, defended the choice, emphasizing that civil and prison trials function beneath completely different authorized requirements.
“The usual in a prison case is far greater than the preponderance of the proof normal in a civil matter,” Mikail acknowledged. “We nonetheless imagine that our claims have benefit, and we intend on totally litigating them.”
Nonetheless, Rocky’s lawyer, James Sargent dismissed the premise of the lawsuit totally.
“Mr. Ephron testified within the prison case as to the information and circumstances. The jury’s acquittal speaks volumes as to how they valued that testimonial proof,” Sargent advised the decide.
Talking to Rolling Stone outdoors the courtroom, Sargent additionally made it clear that Rocky has no intention of settling, stating, “We look ahead to full vindication. The plaintiff can take a sober evaluation of the result of the prison case and alter course.”
The following listening to within the case is scheduled for Could 28.
A$AP Rocky’s Prison Trial & Relli’s Defiant Response
The prison trial, which started on January 24, lasted practically three weeks earlier than concluding on February 14. The jury deliberated for roughly three hours on February 18 earlier than returning a unanimous not-guilty verdict on each felony assault costs.
Regardless of the loss, Relli remained defiant, addressing his critics on Instagram Tales following the decision.
“Gossiping is a type of leisure for individuals who don’t have any significant objectives or goal in life,” he wrote. “Hate me, deliver disgrace to my identify, say dangerous issues about me, I don’t care.” He added, “Your existence doesn’t add any worth in my life [praying hands emoji].”
The backlash in opposition to Relli has been relentless. 50 Cent, considered one of A$AP Rocky’s most vocal supporters all through the trial, mocked him in a celebratory Instagram submit, dubbing him “A$AP Telli.” In the meantime, A$AP Mob alumnus A$AP Ant took to X (previously Twitter) to take a shot at Relli, writing, “Silly idiot actually turnt rat” alongside a picture of Relli testifying.
Whereas Rocky is free, the authorized battle isn’t over but, and it appears to be like like the stress between Relli and his former crew is just getting worse.