After reports earlier this week that Atlanta-based Rap star T.I. [click to read] would be serving his 366-day sentence at Forrest City Federal Correctional Complex in Arkansas, T.I. is reportedly appealing this location. The minimum security prison reportedly has alternatives, closer to the rapper’s home and family.

Within the appeal, the rapper’s defense council is also arguing the sentencing that claimed T.I. had a history of violence.

The rapper, who is serving time for a 2007 firearms violation, has had previous felonies for assault and gun possession.

HipHopDX will keep you updated on the status of the appeal.