A Los Angeles County judge has rejected Suge Knight's bid for an overturned sentence in his fatal hit-and-run case, describing it as "not sincere" and untimely, according to Rolling Stone. The decision was made earlier this week.

The judge, Laura F. Priver, dismissed Knight's request for a writ of habeas corpus, citing reasons such as filing the petition too late and lacking legal grounds. Knight had alleged in his petition that various challenges, including issues with prison housing, inadequate legal help, the COVID-19 pandemic, and vision problems, delayed his filing. However, the judge noted that Knight had managed to submit other legal motions during the same period.

Despite Knight's claims of being isolated and helpless, the judge stated, "He was able to file the writ in a timely manner had he chosen to do so," ultimately leading to the rejection of Knight's appeal.

Knight's attorney, David Kenner, expressed strong disagreement with the ruling, calling it "shocking and unconscionable." Kenner plans to file a writ of mandate with the appellate court immediately to seek a hearing on the facts of the case. He emphasized Knight's right to an evidentiary hearing before any decision was reached.

Kenner criticized the judge for believing the district attorney over Knight, describing it as a violation of Knight's constitutional rights. He further emphasized the alleged abuse of prosecutorial and judicial interference in Knight's case.

In 2018, Knight was sentenced to 28 years in prison after pleading no contest to voluntary manslaughter in connection with the hit-and-run incident in Compton. The incident occurred during the production of the N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton, where Knight ran over two men with his truck. He claimed self-defense, stating he was ambushed and in fear for his life.

Knight's sentence was heavily influenced by his criminal history and California's three-strikes law. Previous violent felony convictions led to enhanced penalties. Ultimately, Knight accepted a plea deal to avoid a potential life sentence, resulting in 22 years for voluntary manslaughter and an additional six years due to his prior strikes.