by Sean “Diddy” Combs is scheduled to be sentenced on October 3 after a federal judge on Wednesday set the date during a brief court hearing in which no arguments were heard.
The rapper and music mogul was convicted earlier this year following a split jury verdict that found him guilty on two counts of federal prostitution-related charges. The sentencing had been under review as Combs’ legal team attempted to move the date forward, a request the judge denied without further discussion during Wednesday’s session.
If convicted on all charges, Combs could have faced up to 20 years in prison. However, because the jury issued a split verdict, legal experts believe his sentence may be significantly reduced. Details of the verdict remain sealed to the public due to the sensitive nature of the case.
Prosecutors have not yet stated whether they will seek the maximum penalty, but sources close to the case say the government plans to present additional aggravating evidence at the sentencing hearing.
Combs has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings, calling the case “politically motivated” and denying all allegations. His legal team has signaled they may appeal following sentencing.
The October 3 hearing will take place in U.S. District Court and will determine Combs’ fate in a high-profile case that has attracted widespread media attention and sparked renewed debate around celebrity accountability.
