South Park Mexican, or SPM, is a rapper and producer who founded Dope House Records in 1995. He released several albums that were popular in the Houston underground rap scene and gained mainstream attention with songs like “High So High” and “You Know My Name”. However, his career came to a halt in 2002 when he was convicted of aggravated sexual assault of a child and sentenced to 45 years in prison. Is SPM still in jail? What are the details of his case and his current status? Here is what you need to know.
The Allegations and the Trial
According to Wikipedia, SPM was accused of sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl who was sleeping over at his house with his daughter in September 2001. The girl told her mother that SPM had touched her inappropriately and performed oral sex on her. The mother reported the incident to the police and SPM was arrested in October 2001. He was released on a $300,000 bond and continued to record music while awaiting trial.
In May 2002, SPM went on trial in Houston. He pleaded not guilty and testified that he did not assault the girl. He also claimed that the other seven children who testified against him in similar cases were lying or influenced by the prosecution. He said that he was a victim of a conspiracy by the police, the media, and the music industry to destroy his career and reputation. He argued that he was targeted because he was a successful Latino rapper who spoke out against social injustice and racism.
However, the jury did not believe his defense and found him guilty of aggravated sexual assault of a child. He was sentenced to 45 years in prison and ordered to pay a $10,000 fine. He was also required to register as a sex offender for life.
The Appeals and the Controversy
SPM appealed his conviction and sentence, claiming that he was denied a fair trial and that the evidence was insufficient to prove his guilt. He also alleged that his lawyers were ineffective and that the judge was biased. However, his appeals were denied by the state and federal courts. He also filed several motions for a new trial, but they were also rejected.
SPM’s case has been controversial and divisive among his fans and the public. Some people believe that he is innocent and that he was framed by a corrupt system. They argue that the girl and the other accusers were coached or bribed to testify against him. They also point out that there was no physical evidence or DNA to link him to the crime. They have created petitions, websites, and social media pages to support him and demand his release.
Others believe that he is guilty and that he deserves his punishment. They argue that the girl and the other accusers were credible and consistent in their testimony. They also point out that SPM had a history of drug abuse and violence and that he had admitted to having sex with underage girls in his lyrics. They have criticized his supporters for being blind and ignorant and for condoning his actions.
The Current Status and the Future
According to Billboard, SPM is currently incarcerated in the Ramsey Unit in Rosharon, Texas. He is eligible for parole on October 7, 2024. His projected release date is April 8, 2047. His Texas Department of Criminal Justice number is 01110642.
While in prison, SPM has continued to record music and release albums through his label, Dope House Records. He has also written books and poems and participated in educational programs. He has maintained his innocence and his faith and has expressed his gratitude to his fans and his family for their support.
SPM’s legacy and impact on the rap scene are mixed and controversial. Some people consider him a legend and an inspiration who represented the Latino community and the struggles of the urban poor. Others consider him a disgrace and a predator who abused his power and fame and harmed innocent children. His music and his story continue to generate debate and controversy among rap fans and the public.