> At a Glance
> – Fetty Wap freed from FCI Sandstone after serving 3+ years of 6-year drug sentence
> – Rapper now in home confinement in Philadelphia, release date set for Nov 8
> – Why it matters: Grammy-nominated artist’s early release marks major turnaround in federal drug case
Fetty Wap is officially home. The 34-year-old rapper, born Willie Junior Maxwell II, walked out of federal custody on Thursday, Jan. 8, after serving more than half of a six-year sentence for drug conspiracy charges.
From Prison to Philadelphia Home Confinement
Maxwell spent his sentence at FCI Sandstone, a low-security facility in Minnesota, before being transferred to home confinement in Philadelphia. His projected release from federal oversight is November 8, according to Bureau of Prisons records shared with TMZ.
- Drug testing mandated for next five years
- Bank account restrictions require federal agent approval
- Alcohol ban unless doctor-prescribed
Guilty Plea and 2023 Sentencing
The “Trap Queen” hitmaker pleaded guilty in August 2022 to conspiracy to distribute and possess controlled substances. A federal judge handed down the six-year sentence in May 2023.
During sentencing, Maxwell apologized to the court:
> “Me being selfish in my pride put me in this position today.”
The Drug Operation That Landed Him Behind Bars
Federal prosecutors charged Maxwell and five others in October 2021 with running a coast-to-coast drug ring. The group distributed:
- 100+ kilograms of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, and crack
- Operated from June 2019 to June 2020
- Used USPS and hidden vehicle compartments
- Stored drugs in Suffolk County, New York
The Department of Justice labeled the rapper a “kilogram-level redistributor” for the trafficking organization.
Life After Lockup
In a statement to Billboard, Maxwell outlined his post-prison mission:
> “I want to thank my family, friends, and fans for the love, prayers, and continued support – it truly means everything to me.”
His Instagram Stories simply read: “HOME” in white text on black.
The rapper plans to focus on community initiatives through his foundation, targeting:
- At-risk youth
- Educational access
- Early tech skills training
- Vision care for students
Key Takeaways
- Fetty Wap released after serving 3+ years of 6-year federal sentence
- Currently in home confinement with strict supervision terms
- Pleaded guilty to drug conspiracy in 2022
- Grammy-nominated artist aims to rebuild through community work
The early release gives the platinum-selling rapper a second chance to redirect his career and influence toward positive community impact.
