- Wiz Khalifa was sentenced to nine months in prison in Romania for unlawful possession of cannabis.
- Romanian court upheld an appeal by prosecutors, changing an earlier fine to a custodial sentence.
- TMZ reports Wiz’s team is preparing an appeal; the rapper has not publicly commented.
What happened
A Romanian regional court on Dec. 18, 2025, ruled that Wiz Khalifa is guilty of unlawful possession of dangerous drugs for personal use and handed the rapper a nine-month prison sentence. The decision partially overturned a prior ruling that would have imposed a fine.
Details of the conviction
Romanian authorities said the case stems from an incident at a July 2024 music festival where officials allege Wiz possessed and smoked cannabis on stage. Court documents cited a total quantity of 18.53 grams of cannabis and a cigarette containing cannabis.
Local prosecutors — the Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT) — appealed the earlier, lighter ruling. The regional court’s Dec. 18 decision upheld that appeal, resulting in the lengthier penalty.
Source: DIICOT press release (https://www.diicot.ro/mass-media/5165-comunicat-de-presa-21-10-2024)
Wiz’s response and reported appeal
As of this writing Wiz Khalifa has not posted a public statement about the sentence. TMZ reports that sources close to the rapper say his team is working to appeal the nine-month sentence in Romania. Complex has reached out to his representatives for comment.
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Background and timeline
- July 2024: Festival performance in Romania where officials say cannabis was used on stage.
- October 2024: Romanian authorities announced an indictment related to the incident.
- Dec. 18, 2025: Regional court converts the earlier fine into a nine-month prison sentence after upholding the prosecutor’s appeal.
Wiz previously addressed the incident on social media after the July event, apologizing for any perceived disrespect and noting he would return to Romania — “but without a big ass joint next time.” The incident drew attention from fans and media, who questioned the severity of penalties for small quantities of cannabis.
What comes next
The reported appeal process will determine whether the sentence is suspended, reduced, or overturned. International legal cases involving traveling artists can involve additional steps, including representation in Romanian courts and possible diplomatic or consular involvement depending on outcomes.
For now, the decisive updates to watch are formal filings from Wiz’s legal team and any official statements from Romanian courts or prosecutors. We will update this story as new information becomes available.
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