Wiz Khalifa Charged with Illegal Drug Possession After Alleged Cannabis Incident at Romanian Festival

American rapper Wiz Khalifa has been charged with illegal drug possession following an incident during his performance at the Beach Please! Festival in Costinești, Romania.

The Directorate for the Investigation of Organized Crime and Terrorism – Constanța Territorial Service announced the initiation of criminal proceedings against Khalifa for unlawful possession of drugs, specifically cannabis.

Wiz Khalifa was reportedly charged with illegal drug possession after the rapper used marijuana while performing at the Beach Please! Festival Saturday night. WireImage for Parkwood

According to official reports, Khalifa was found in possession of over 18 grams of cannabis and was observed consuming cannabis on stage during his recital. Video footage circulating online captured the rapper escorted by Romanian police officers from the festival grounds early Sunday morning.

The Romanian anti-organized crime prosecutors DIICOT said the rapper possessed over 18 grams of cannabis. Getty Images for Stagecoach

In Romania, possession of marijuana can carry penalties of up to 10 years in prison. Khalifa, a 10-time Grammy nominee known for his candid advocacy of marijuana use, was questioned and subsequently released from custody after the incident.

Khalifa and several others were taken in for questioning early Sunday. Getty Images

In response to the controversy, Khalifa expressed regret, stating on social media, “I did not mean any disrespect to the country of Romania by lighting up on stage.” He acknowledged the professionalism of the authorities and indicated he plans to return, albeit without publicly consuming cannabis.

Though Khalifa was charged, he was released from custody. Getty Images for AWXI

The incident has sparked discussion about drug laws and public behaviour at music festivals. Khalifa, known for his openness about marijuana use, has previously discussed his habits, including attending his son’s parent-teacher conferences while under the influence.

“They were very respectful and let me go. I’ll be back soon. But without a big ass joint next time,” he added. Getty Images for Stagecoach

Khalifa is often candid about his love for weed. Getty Images for Fanatics

In January, he admitted that he shows up to his son Sebastian’s parent-teacher conferences high. FilmMagic

As the legal proceedings unfold, Khalifa’s representatives have been approached for comment but have not responded at the time of reporting. The rapper’s fans and the music community await further developments in this story.