BigXthaPlug Arrested in Texas on DUI, Firearm, and Marijuana Charges

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Texas rapper BigXthaPlug is making headlines once again following an arrest in Collin County, Texas. The news broke after he failed to appear at a scheduled festival performance, leaving fans wondering what had transpired behind the scenes.

What Happened?

On Friday, August 21, 2026, police in Allen, Texas, pulled over the “Texas” hitmaker. Following the traffic stop, BigXthaPlug was booked into the Collin County Jail.

According to law enforcement records, the rapper faces three primary charges:

Driving While Intoxicated (DUI)
Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
Possession of Marijuana (less than two ounces)

Missed Festival Performance & Social Media Response

The arrest directly impacted his immediate schedule. BigXthaPlug was set to headline/perform at the Country Rising Festival in Canada on the same day as the incident. Organizers were forced to announce on Instagram that he would no longer be attending due to an undisclosed “personal emergency.”

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Shortly after being released on bond over the weekend, BigXthaPlug addressed the situation directly with his fans. On Sunday, August 23, he posted his mugshot to Instagram with a unbothered caption hinting at upcoming music:

“THAT SHT LITE 🤦‍♂️ ALBUM OTW…”*

A Pattern of Legal Troubles

This latest incident isn’t the first time the Texas native has run into legal trouble involving traffic stops, weapons, and drugs.

Date	Location	Key Details
February 2025	Texas	Pulled over for expired tags; officers detected marijuana odor. Police recovered weed and a gun from the vehicle.
August 2025	Dallas, TX	Arrested almost exactly one year prior after police discovered a firearm and marijuana in his car during a traffic stop.
August 2026	Collin County, TX	Booked for DUI, unlawful possession of a firearm, and marijuana possession.