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UFC Star's Mexican Prison Ordeal: 8 Months for Weed
14 Apr
Summary
- Rodriguez spent eight months in a Mexican prison for possessing marijuana.
- He was arrested for carrying under an ounce of marijuana.
- Prison conditions included limited yard access and poor nutrition.
UFC fighter Daniel Rodriguez recently shared his experience of spending nearly eight months in a Mexican prison. The ordeal began after he was arrested by border patrol for carrying marijuana following his win at UFC 318 in July 2025.
Rodriguez explained that he was carrying only 27 grams of weed and mistakenly believed it would result in a brief detention. However, Mexican laws proved much stricter than anticipated, leading to a prolonged period of incarceration during a crucial stage of his career.
Inside prison, Rodriguez faced significant challenges, including poor nutrition and limited physical activity. He was only allowed in the yard twice a week, forcing him to adapt his training routines. Fortunately, his identity as a UFC fighter meant he received some leniency from inmates and guards.
The judicial process was slow, but Rodriguez's legal team worked towards his early release. While he is now out, there are still ongoing matters to address behind the scenes.
