Sean 'Diddy' Combs Found Guilty of Prostitution Offenses Amid Legal Battle

Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been convicted of prostitution-related offenses but was acquitted of more serious charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Despite pleading not guilty, Combs now remains in federal custody awaiting sentencing.

Federal Judge Arun Subramanian denied his request for release, citing violent acts committed by Combs presented during the trial. Sentencing is suggested for October 3, with a maximum possible prison term of 10 years per count, though federal guidelines propose a shorter combined sentence of approximately five years.

Combs' legal team is prepared to appeal both the conviction and potential sentence, a process that may extend over several years. Simultaneously, Combs faces civil lawsuits regarding similar accusations, having already settled one such lawsuit with singer Casandra 'Cassie' Ventura for $20 million while refuting all claims of wrongdoing.

(With inputs from agencies.)