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What is the indepent circuit for Violent J?
In professional wrestling, the independent circuit or indie circuit is the collective name of independent professional wrestling promotions which are smaller than major televised promotions.
What significant event happend in 1990 for Violent J?
After being released from jail in 1990, Violent J decided to get away from gang life and start a career in professional wrestling.

Question: Why did he go to jail?
Self-contained rewrite: Why did Violent J go to jail?