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Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to more than four years in prison

Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentenced to more than four years in prison

Summary

Sean 'Diddy' Combs was sentenced to over four years in prison for charges related to prostitution. He was convicted of transporting individuals for prostitution but found not guilty of more serious charges like sex trafficking. The court considered his history of domestic violence in deciding the sentence.

Key Facts

  • Sean 'Diddy' Combs received a 50-month prison sentence.
  • He was convicted of transporting individuals for the purpose of prostitution.
  • Prosecutors accused him of using his status and business operations in criminal activities.
  • Combs was found not guilty of sex trafficking charges.
  • The sentencing considered his history of domestic violence.
  • Combs publicly apologized to his victims and family during his sentencing.
  • The defense argued that the charges do not define Combs as a pimp because he did not profit the way typically described.
  • The Mann Act was mentioned in his conviction, which is a law against transporting individuals for prostitution.

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