<p id=”par-1_53″>After weeks of trial, the jury <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/sean-diddy-combs-verdict-guilty.html/”>reached a verdict</a> in <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/tag/sean-diddy-combs/?swcfpc=1″>Sean “Diddy” Combs’</a> case. While they found him guilty on charges of transportation to engage in prostitution, Combs avoided the more serious charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Many have expressed shock and disappointment that Combs avoided guilty verdicts on these counts. </p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-the-verdict-in-sean-diddy-combs-trial-was-favorable-for-him”>The verdict in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial was favorable for him</h2>
<p id=”par-2_62″>Combs faced life in prison based on the charges against him. Racketeering and sex trafficking are serious offenses that could have landed him behind bars for years to come. Ultimately, though, a jury acquitted him on these charges. While they found him guilty on charges of transportation to engage in sex trafficking, these charges carry maximum sentences of 10 years in prison.</p>
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<p id=”par-3_23″>After hearing the verdict, Combs made prayer hands to the jury and mouthed “thank you.” He then knelt on the ground and prayed. </p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-people-have-expressed-disappointment-and-disgust-at-the-verdict-in-sean-diddy-combs-trial”>People have expressed disappointment and disgust at the verdict in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ trial</h2>
<p id=”par-4_19″>While the verdict was good news for Combs <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/sean-diddy-combs-defense-team-shed-tears-joy-massive-win.html/”>and his defense team</a>, many people feel let down by it.</p>
<p id=”par-5_23″>“This entire thing is shameful I’m disgusted,” wrote one <a target=”_blank” href=”https://www.reddit.com/r/Fauxmoi/comments/1lpx9sf/sean_diddy_combs_found_guilty_of_transportation/” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Reddit</a> user. “The rich and famous will always get whatever they want I guess.”</p>
<p id=”par-6_22″>Though Combs could spend years behind bars, many feel that this is not enough given the severity of the allegations against him.</p>
<p id=”par-7_15″>“This is so disappointing,” one person wrote. “He’s basically getting a slap on the wrist.”</p>
<p id=”par-8_42″>“10 years is the max for that count, but as a ‘first-time offender’ he’ll probably get time served plus another year or so max,” wrote another person. “I’d be super surprised if he gets more than that. This jury really disappointed me.”</p>
<p id=”par-9_17″>Many people expressed frustration in the <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/sean-diddy-combs-jurors-rolled-eyes-fell-asleep-prosecution-presented-case.html/”>case the prosecution presented</a>, particularly with regard to the racketeering charge. </p>
<p id=”par-10_85″>“As much as I wanted to see him guilty on all charges, I wasn’t sure if the Prosecution’s case on every charge was as strong as it needed to be,” wrote one person. ”Being found not guilty of sex trafficking is more surprising than racketeering. This is awful for the victims. From what is being reported on his behavior in the court room, there’s been no respect for those who endured his wrath. I worry it’ll only continue & lives will be even more damaged.”</p>
<p id=”par-11_9″>A majority of people expressed sadness for his victims.</p>
<p id=”par-12_25″>“Heartbroken for Cassie and his other victims,” wrote one person. “They spoke the truth and it’s devastating how the legal system continues to protect abusers.”</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-he-will-remain-in-jail-until-his-sentencing”>He will remain in jail until his sentencing</h2>
<p id=”par-13_65″>Combs’ team pushed to get him released from jail until his sentencing. Prosecution, however, argued he was a flight risk with a history of violence that could put some witnesses at risk. The defense proposed $1 million bail, but Judge Arun Subramanian ultimately agreed with the prosecution. He denied Combs bail, and he will remain at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/sean-diddy-combs-remain-behind-bars-awaits-sentencing-trial-verdict.html/?swcfpc=1″>until his sentencing</a>.</p>
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<p id=”par-14_22″>Combs’ sentencing hearing is currently scheduled for Oct. 3, though this could change. Once sentenced, he will receive credit for time served.</p>