Snoop Dogg's 1993 Murder Charge Sealed

Snoop Dogg's 1993 murder charge has officially been sealed, allowing him to erase a significant chapter of his legal past 28 years after he was acquitted. Legal documents reveal that Snoop, whose real name is Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., petitioned for the sealing in January 2024, with a court granting the request in February. The high-profile case garnered national attention as it unfolded alongside Snoop's rising career, particularly following his performance of 'Murder Was the Case' at the MTV Awards shortly before his arrest. His acquittal in 1996 shaped his public persona and music career. The sealing of the charge ensures that it will not appear on background checks for employment or other purposes, allowing Snoop to move forward without the burden of his past. The legal assistance was provided by Ceasar McDowell and his nonprofit organization, Unite the People.