- Judge confirms Diddy’s Mann Act conviction with robust evidentiary support.
- First Amendment defense and trial separation arguments were rejected.
- Prosecutors seek a sentence exceeding 11 years for abuse and misconduct.
- Diddy’s sentencing is imminent following the rejection of his post-trial motions.
- Decision signals strong judicial stance on prostitution-related offenses regardless of celebrity status
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been denied a new trial or the chance to overturn his conviction in a high-profile federal case related to the Mann Act.
This decision brings him closer to sentencing, as the court firmly upheld the charges against him.
Judge Rejects Diddy’s Motion for New Trial After Conviction
Judge Arun Subramanian denied Diddy’s request for a new trial and for his acquittal of the Mann Act conviction. The judge pointed out that there was plenty of evidence proving Diddy violated the Mann Act by transporting male escorts across state lines for prostitution during his notorious marathon sex parties called “freak-offs.”
The ruling emphasized that Diddy’s arguments about the law’s wording were irrelevant to his actions, which clearly fell under the Act’s prohibitions. Additionally, the judge supported the prosecution’s clear definition of prostitution as sex for money or its equivalent, rejecting constitutional challenges to the conviction.
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Court Denies First Amendment Defense in Prostitution Case
Diddy’s defense claimed that the sexual encounters filmed with male escorts were protected amateur pornography under the First Amendment, but the judge dismissed this argument.
The claim that sex trafficking and RICO charges should not have been tried alongside the Mann Act charges was also rejected, as the jury could differentiate between the allegations without bias. The court held that the government built a strong case, leaving no reason to overturn the conviction or grant a new trial.
Prosecutors Push for Lengthy Prison Sentence
Federal prosecutors, highlighting Diddy’s history of abusing former partners and employees, are advocating for a lengthy prison sentence of over 11 years. They argued that the musician showed no remorse and attempted to shift blame onto the victims, insisting that a substantial sentence is needed to deter him and others from similar behavior.
This strong recommendation comes just days before Diddy’s scheduled sentencing and reflects how serious the court views his crimes.
Upcoming Sentencing Marks Next Legal Step
With the denial of his appeal and request for a retrial, Diddy’s sentencing is now close. The judge’s ruling clearly indicates that the conviction will remain in place, and the court will next decide the appropriate punishment based on the severity of the offenses and the prosecutors’ sentencing memorandum. This phase will determine the final legal consequences for the mogul’s actions.
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Last Updated on October 1, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
