Sun May 04 06:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Former Roc-A-Fella Co-Founder Damon Dash Faces Jail Time Over Alleged Asset Hiding

**New York, NY** – Damon Dash, co-founder of the influential hip-hop label Roc-A-Fella Records, is facing potential jail time after allegedly attempting to evade millions of dollars in judgments by concealing assets and obstructing court orders. Two Manhattan federal judges have issued orders threatening Dash with arrest if he fails to comply with their rulings.

Dash, who owes approximately $5 million in outstanding judgments, has been accused of hiding assets, including high-value jewelry, and destroying evidence relevant to ongoing litigation. He has claimed to own nothing despite his history of flaunting luxury items.

One judgment, totaling nearly $900,000, stems from a 2022 defamation lawsuit brought by filmmaker Josh Webber. A judge ruled that Dash destroyed evidence in this case. Another judgment, for nearly $100,000, comes from a copyright infringement case brought by author Edwyna Brooks, who previously won a $300,000 judgment against Dash. Both Brooks and Webber are represented by attorney Chris Brown, who also has a separate $125,000 defamation judgment against Dash.

Brown alleges that Dash has repeatedly refused to disclose his assets, claiming ignorance of the ownership of items such as his jewelry and Rock-A-Fella chains. The judges’ rulings allow Brown and Brooks to pursue default judgments, granting them the ability to seize Dash’s assets. The judges rejected Dash’s attempts to delay proceedings by suggesting bankruptcy filings without taking action. Even if Dash files for bankruptcy, Brown contends that the debts, stemming from intentional torts, are unlikely to be discharged.

Adding to Dash’s troubles, his attorney of six years has requested permission to withdraw from the case, citing Dash’s uncooperative behavior. However, the judge refused the request, stating Dash’s actions appear to be a deliberate strategy to avoid legal obligations.

The situation highlights a complex legal battle for Dash, who has faced increasing financial pressures, including the state of New York’s recent purchase of his share in Roc-A-Fella Records to settle back taxes. Dash’s representatives have not yet responded to requests for comment.

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