Rapper Kodak Black, whose real name is Bill Kapri, was arrested Wednesday in Florida on suspicion of trafficking MDMA. The 28-year-old artist, who was pardoned by former President Donald Trump in 2021 for a federal firearms charge, turned himself in to Orange County jail following an investigation into a November 2025 incident near Children’s Safety Village in Orlando.
Core Facts and Immediate Action
Police responded to reports of gunfire and searched two SUVs—a BMW and a Lamborghini—where they allegedly found 25 grams of MDMA, $37,000 in cash, and documents bearing Kapri’s name. Officers also discovered a pink pill that tested positive for MDMA, according to an arrest warrant. Kapri denied ownership of the bag but claimed the money belonged to his business.
Deeper Dive and Context
Kapri’s attorney, Brad Cohen, told TMZ the arrest stemmed from a coordinated surrender and argued the case had a "weak legal basis." Cohen claimed Kapri’s fingerprint was on a prescription cough syrup bottle, not the drugs, and that his client was not a passenger in either vehicle. The rapper is charged with trafficking less than 200 grams of MDMA, which carries a mandatory minimum sentence of three years.
Background and Legal History
Kapri has a history of legal troubles, including a 2019 conviction for lying on background-check paperwork related to firearms purchases. He was released early in 2021 after Trump commuted his 46-month sentence. This is his latest arrest since his release, following a pattern of prior encounters with law enforcement.
Ongoing Legal Process
Kapri is scheduled to appear in court in Orlando, where he will face the felony drug charge. His attorney has expressed confidence in resolving the case, citing past successful outcomes in similar legal battles.