Demetrius Lee Steward has been charged with murder after a shooting at his home.
The 28-year-old star, who has worked with rappers including Young Jeezy and Snoop Dogg, was arrested on Friday morning and is being held without bond in connection with the death of Damon A. Martin, 35, who was allegedly shot at Stewart's home in Hampton, near Atlanta, Georgia.
Stewart - also known as Shawty Redd - was booked on a charge of murder one and arraigned on Saturday, according to HiphopRX.com.
He is due back in court on 12 January.