• Former rapper and podcaster Joe Budden faces a lewdness charge after an alleged incident caught on a doorbell camera, sparking public and legal debate.
• Budden’s attorney, Nima Ameri, accused the police chief of racial bias and sensationalizing the case while highlighting inconsistencies in handling similar charges.
• Budden attributed the incident to sleepwalking on his podcast and plans to contest the charge in court next month.

Police recently charged former rapper and podcaster Joe Budden with lewdness following an incident reportedly caught on a doorbell camera in New Jersey. The caller claimed their two daughters witnessed the event live through the app on their phones. Although Budden faces a minor charge, the situation has sparked a heated back-and-forth between Budden’s legal team and local authorities.

Attorney Slams Police Chief's Comments

Nima Ameri, Budden’s attorney, strongly criticized Police Chief Martin’s public statements about the case. In a statement to TMZ, Ameri called Martin's comments “reckless” and “racially motivated.” She argued that the Chief used the situation to gain publicity, pointing out inconsistencies in how police handle similar charges. Ameri stated, “Our research has not shown a single press release on a disorderly person charge on the police website this year. His choice to single out Mr. Budden is self-motivated and based on Mr. Budden’s race and celebrity status.”

Ameri also revealed that Budden filed cross-complaints, which allegedly include more serious charges against the individuals involved in the accusations. She expressed frustration that authorities have not processed those complaints, adding, “The Chief should focus on meaningful policing, not sensationalizing minor charges.”

Budden Addresses the Incident Briefly

On a recent episode of The Joe Budden Podcast, the podcaster vaguely addressed the situation while explaining his sudden absence from the show. He attributed the incident to his history of sleepwalking, stating, “I slept walked somewhere I shouldn’t have slept walked.” However, Budden refrained from discussing the legal details.

Upcoming Court Appearance

Budden is scheduled to appear in court next month to contest the lewdness charge. While his attorney emphasized that the charge did not result in an arrest, Budden plans to fight the case “on the merits, not in the press.”

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As the story develops, questions about racial bias and the handling of minor charges by law enforcement remain central. Budden’s legal team continues to challenge the narrative presented by authorities, asserting that the case was blown out of proportion due to his public profile.

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