Tory Lanez’s Appeal Rejected: Rapper’s Conviction in Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Upheld

Los Angeles, CA – The California Supreme Court has rejected Tory Lanez’s petition to review his conviction in the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, effectively ending his appeals within the state court system. The decision, made on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, upholds the previous rulings by lower courts and maintains his 10-year prison sentence.

Background of the Case

The case stems from an incident that occurred in July 2020 in the Hollywood Hills, where Megan Thee Stallion was shot during an argument with Lanez. In December 2022, Lanez was found guilty of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, having a loaded unregistered firearm in a vehicle and discharging a firearm with gross negligence. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison in August 2022, with parole eligibility beginning in August 2029.

Previous Appeals and Recent Developments

Prior to the California Supreme Court’s decision, the California Court of Appeals had already affirmed Lanez’s conviction. This latest ruling marks the complete of Lanez’s attempts to overturn the verdict and secure a modern trial through the state’s court system. The California Supreme Court’s denial of review does not include a detailed explanation, simply indicating a decision not to hear the case.

Lanez’s Claims of Innocence

Despite the court rulings, Tory Lanez has consistently maintained his innocence. In a December 2025 interview with NBC News, he stated, “I believe not only that I was wrongfully convicted, but the amount of new evidence that has emerged since that trial, I think, has been overwhelming.” He also expressed a desire to speak with Megan Thee Stallion directly, stating he harbored no hatred towards her and was at a “place of healing.”

Current Status and Incarceration

Tory Lanez is currently incarcerated at California Men’s Colony in San Luis Obispo, California.

Key Takeaways

• The California Supreme Court has upheld Tory Lanez’s conviction in the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion.
• Lanez’s appeals within the California state court system have been exhausted.
• Lanez continues to assert his innocence and believes new evidence supports his claim.
• He is eligible for parole in August 2029.