Sean Combs Seeks Release from Jail Prior to Sentencing Hearing

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Sean Combs is currently seeking a release from jail with a proposed $50 million bond ahead of his October 3 sentencing. This follows his recent acquittal on serious charges related to sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.

Details of the Motion for Release

On Tuesday, Combs’ legal team filed a detailed 12-page motion aimed at securing his release. They argued that there are “exceptional” circumstances surrounding his case, including a claim of unfair prosecution linked to his lifestyle choices and the poor conditions at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, where Combs has been held since his arrest last September.

Charges and Verdict

While he was acquitted of the most severe charges, the 55-year-old still faces imprisonment after being found guilty of transporting individuals for prostitution. The founder of Bad Boy Entertainment was accused of hiring male escorts to travel across state lines, engaging in sexual activities with his girlfriends, Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and a witness who testified under the name Jane.

Trial Outcome and Immediate Actions

After an intense eight-week trial featuring over 30 witnesses, Combs expressed gratitude to the jury and showed visible relief upon hearing the verdict, which spared him a potential life sentence.

Upon the verdict’s announcement, his legal team quickly filed for his release on bond, but their request was promptly denied by U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian. The judge pointed out that Combs’ own lawyers acknowledged his violent behavior toward romantic partners, making it “impossible” to prove that he poses no danger to others.

Addressing Concerns about Violence

In response to concerns about past violence, Combs’ attorneys asserted that he has not been violent since his separation from Ventura in 2018, except for one incident with Jane in June 2024 in Los Angeles. During the trial, Jane admitted to initiating the fight before Combs retaliated.

“If released under supervision, Sean Combs will not resort to violence,” his attorneys stated. “This jury has given him a second chance, and he values this opportunity deeply, particularly for the sake of his seven children.”

Proposed Bail Package Details

Combs is proposing a bail package that includes a $50 million bond backed by his Miami mansion, where he aims to stay while awaiting sentencing under the supervision of the U.S. Pretrial Services Agency. He is willing to surrender his passport and limit his travel to designated areas for meetings with his legal team.

The judge has granted the Southern District of New York prosecutors until Thursday to respond to Combs’ motion.

Sentencing Considerations

The defense is advocating for a minimum sentence, estimating it between 21 to 27 months. On the other hand, prosecutors are expected to seek a sentence ranging from 51 to 63 months, potentially pushing for an even longer duration.

Despite facing significantly less time than the life sentence that loomed over him, Combs’ defense attorney, Nicole Westmoreland, indicated plans to appeal the conviction regarding prostitution charges. “We won’t be satisfied until he’s home,” she mentioned to the New York Times.