The high-stakes legal battle surrounding hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has taken a sharp turn. Once accused of running a sprawling racketeering and sex trafficking ring, Diddy’s case has now been reduced to two counts of transporting prostitutes across state lines—charges his defense team says don’t justify keeping him behind bars before sentencing.
Diddy’s Lawyers Argue for Release: “He’s Not a Flight Risk”
In a recent court filing obtained by TMZ, Diddy’s legal team fired back hard at prosecutors, reminding the judge that the jury decisively rejected the government’s most serious claims.
“The jury unambiguously rejected allegations that Mr. Combs ran a criminal enterprise or engaged in sex trafficking—the core of the government’s case,” the defense wrote.
They argue that Diddy has demonstrated model behavior, consistently attending court hearings and complying with all legal requirements.
To underscore their case for bail, Diddy’s lawyers proposed strict conditions, including:
- ???? A $1 million bond
- ???? Drug testing
- ???? Travel limited only to Florida, California, and New York
- ???? Surrendering his passport
The defense insists these measures would effectively prevent Diddy from arranging any illicit meetings if released.
Prosecutors Disagree, Judge’s Decision Pending
Despite the defense’s efforts, federal prosecutors continue to push for Diddy to remain in custody, emphasizing the gravity of his Mann Act convictions.
However, Diddy’s lawyers note that pre-sentencing detention for Mann Act violations is rare and argue the judge should grant bail pending sentencing.
Judge Arun Subramanian is set to review arguments from both sides and make a final ruling later today, expected around 5 PM ET.
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