About Damn Time: DMX Off To Jail

But only gets 90 days in the slammer...

By Fred Mills

The thug life came to an end for yet another rapper yesterday in Phoenix when DMX (aka Earl Simmons) pleaded guilty to several felony counts (possession of marijuana, possession of a narcotic, and felony theft) and a misdemeanor (for animal cruelty, stemming from a search Maricopa County deputies conducted that yielded three dead dogs).

Simmons pleaded guilty to each count and according to media reports is expected to get 90 days in Maricopa County jail, plus as-yet-unspecified probation. Hardly an equitable sentence, considering the offenses, but hey, that's the nature of plea bargains and, in particular, celebrity justice.

At any rate, he'll remain in jail until sentencing, set for Jan. 30. Upon release he'll be banned from owning guns or animals and must attend an animal-offender treatment program. If he screws up, it's off the the slammer again for up to 10 years.

Good riddance, bro. Maybe some time in Sheriff Joe's tent city will do you some good. Don't forget to wash the pink underwear they hand ya when you're checking in....