Rising rap star BigXthaPlug, whose real name is Xavier Landum, was arrested in Arlington, Texas, on February 26, 2025. The 26-year-old artist was taken into custody for possessing less than 2 ounces of marijuana and driving with expired vehicle tags, adding a new chapter to his already eventful life story.
The incident unfolded just after midnight when Arlington police pulled over BigXthaPlug’s vehicle for a routine check due to expired tags. According to the police report, officers detected the unmistakable smell of marijuana emanating from the car, prompting a search. Inside the vehicle’s console, they discovered less than 2 ounces of marijuana, leading to the rapper’s arrest on the spot.
A second passenger, identified as Cleodist Landum, believed to be a relative of the rapper, was also arrested during the stop. Cleodist faced separate charges, including an outstanding felony warrant and possession of a firearm found in the passenger-side door pocket. Authorities confirmed that BigXthaPlug was not charged in connection with the weapon.
In Texas, possessing less than 2 ounces of marijuana is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine. But for BigXthaPlug, the stakes could be higher. The rapper’s prior felony convictions for burglary and aggravated robbery may trigger enhanced sentencing under Texas Penal Code Section 12.43(b). If convicted, he could face a mandatory minimum of 30 days in jail, with the possibility of the full 180-day term and fine.
Legal experts note that Texas maintains a strict stance on drug-related offenses, even for small quantities of marijuana, which remains illegal for recreational use in the state despite shifting attitudes nationwide.
Born Xavier Landum on May 12, 1998, in Dallas, BigXthaPlug hasn’t been afraid of discussing his complicated past. Growing up in a difficult situation in which his parents participated in street living and being a part of violent circumstances, his legal troubles started when, just a few days short of his 18th birthday, he was arrested for aggravated robbery. While in solitary confinement, it is there that he started writing raw, introspective rhymes which eventually led him to his music career.
Since his release in 2019, however, BigXthaPlug has managed to change his ways, earning a steadily rising fan following with tracks such as “Texas” and “Mmhmm.” His raw storytelling and South flair have made him a rising star in hip hop, his latest collaborations on tracks such as Shaboozey and a highly sought-after position on Lil Baby’s WHAM Tour being a sure sign of his rising star.
The arrest is timely for rising star BigXthaPlug, whose career is just beginning. His industry sources say it can interfere in his packed calendar of tour shows, record sessions, and potential endorsements. With its tough stand on crime, a case in this jurisdiction can have a lasting impression on this new star.
