Wiz Khalifa receives 9-month prison sentence in Romania for marijuana possession.

Rapper Wiz Khalifa has been sentenced to nine months in a Romanian prison following his arrest for marijuana possession during a performance at the Beach, Please! Festival in Costinesti in July 2024. The sentencing, handed down by the Constanta County Court of Appeal, comes after Khalifa, whose legal name is Cameron Jibril Thomaz, was found in possession of more than 18 grams of cannabis. Under Romanian law, possession of marijuana for personal use can lead to incarceration of three months to two years or impose a hefty fine.

Khalifa’s arrest occurred after he openly smoked marijuana on stage, an act that led to immediate legal ramifications. Initially, he received a fine of 3,600 lei, approximately 0, for “illegal possession of dangerous drugs” from a lower court in April 2025. However, prosecutors from Romania’s Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism (DIICOT) appealed this ruling, seeking a more severe penalty. The court’s recent ruling marks a significant legal action under Romania’s stringent drug laws.

Following his arrest, Khalifa took to social media to express his regret. He acknowledged that his actions may have been disrespectful to the Romanian culture and stated his intention to return to the country without engaging in similar behavior in the future. This acknowledgment, however, has not mitigated the legal consequences he now faces.

As it stands, Khalifa is currently exploring his legal options, with reports indicating he is in the process of appealing the sentence. The finality of the verdict raises questions about whether Romanian authorities will pursue extradition for the 38-year-old rapper, who is a U.S. citizen and does not reside in Romania.

Khalifa is known for his significant influence in the cannabis industry, having developed his own successful marijuana brand. He publicly claimed to smoke approximately 30 joints per day, a lifestyle that has garnered both attention and scrutiny. As the situation develops, it will be crucial to monitor potential outcomes in Khalifa’s legal battle and its implications for his career and public perception.

This case underscores the complexities surrounding drug laws in foreign countries and the importance of cultural sensitivity for international artists. As Khalifa navigates his legal challenges, his experience may serve as a cautionary tale for others in the entertainment industry.