Lil Durk’s legal team is pushing back against the federal murder-for-hire case he’s facing, filing new motions to challenge the validity of the indictment and request his release from custody.

As the Chicago rapper continues to promote his recently released album Deep Thoughts, his legal battle is heating up behind the scenes. According to court filings reportedly shared by @AkademiksTV on Twitter, Lil Durk’s attorneys have submitted a motion asking the court to reconsider its decision to keep him detained, aiming to secure his release as he awaits trial.

In addition, his legal team is seeking to dismiss the superseding federal indictment altogether. The basis for the motion lies in allegations that the grand jury was presented with “false and/or misleading” evidence. The defense is requesting access to all materials submitted to the grand jury, suggesting they intend to challenge the credibility of that evidence and push for parts of the case to be thrown out.

Lil Durk’s legal team have filed a new motion to get him out of jail

Durk’s lawyers have also have moved to dismiss his indictment, arguing prosecutors presented false information to the grand jury about songs lyrics they said were connected to the killing. pic.twitter.com/WGimCHTHfg

— Akademiks TV (@AkademiksTV) April 19, 2025

What’s Next in Lil Durk’s Legal Fight?

While details remain limited, the case is expected to become more complicated as it unfolds, especially given the public attention and ongoing speculation online. Some of Durk’s rivals, including 6ix9ine, have used the moment to mock the situation. In a conversation with DJ Akademiks, 6ix9ine controversially claimed his online provocations played a role in Durk’s arrest, referencing tensions following the death of King Von.

Still, others in the music world are showing support—whether intentionally or not. Lil Wayne, for example, recently revealed in a Rolling Stone interview that he was unaware of Durk’s incarceration, despite having two “Free Lil Durk” shirts in his dressing room.

Regardless of the noise online, Durk’s legal team remains focused on the upcoming proceedings. His trial is currently scheduled to begin on October 14.