Prosecutors, however, say the incidents that resulted in Hale's arrest last month occurred after his stroke and they think he still poses a threat.
Hale was arraigned Wednesday on charges of making criminal threats, stalking and a misdemeanor charge of driving while his license was suspended for a drunken driving violation. He pleaded not guilty, and the commissioner doubled Hale's bail to $100,000 and ordered him to stay away from his wife.
Hale's attorney, Shepard Kopp, says the charges stem from a pair of e-mails Hale sent his wife and wants the stalking charge dropped.
Hale is scheduled to appear in court again in early August. The 38-year-old was ordered to remain at the courthouse until a bail bondsman arrived.
Hale made his name appearing on songs alongside rappers such as Snoop Dogg, Warren G, 50 Cent and Eminem.