Diddy Granted Permission to Wear Non-Prison Attire in Upcoming Sex Trafficking Trial
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Sean “Diddy” Combs, the well-known singer, has been given the go-ahead to wear regular clothing during his highly anticipated sex trafficking trial. According to court documents acquired by PEOPLE, Combs’ legal team successfully requested that he be allowed to appear in court without his jail uniform. The Southern District of New York approved this request as the trial is set to commence on Monday, May 5.
For the trial, the 55-year-old artist is permitted to have a selection of non-prison clothing, which includes five button-down shirts, up to five pairs of pants, five sweaters, five pairs of socks, and two pairs of shoes without laces. In previous court appearances, Combs was seen wearing a tan prison uniform, but this new ruling allows him to dress differently for the trial proceedings.
Combs’ legal troubles began in September 2024 when he was arrested in New York City on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering. The latter charge carries a minimum prison sentence of 15 years to life. Prosecutors allege that Combs forced or coerced women into participating in prolonged sexual activities. Furthermore, the indictment claims that Combs organised “freak-offs,” described as elaborate sexual performances. Despite the accusations, Combs entered a not guilty plea for all charges brought against him.
The trial, anticipated to last eight weeks, could potentially feature testimony from high-profile witnesses. Among them is Combs’ former girlfriend Cassie Ventura, who will testify openly in the trial. However, other victims, identified as “Victim-2” and “Victim-4,” are set to testify anonymously as per court documents obtained by PEOPLE. Ventura had previously filed a lawsuit against Combs in November 2023, alleging sexual assault, which was settled the following day. Since then, numerous individuals have come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against Combs.
Recently, on April 15, Combs faced additional charges of sex trafficking and transportation to engage in prostitution related to a plaintiff known as Victim-2. Despite the mounting legal challenges, Combs continues to deny all allegations made against him.
As the trial progresses, the public awaits further developments in this high-profile case. Interested individuals can stay updated on the latest crime coverage by subscribing to PEOPLE’s free True Crime newsletter, featuring breaking news, ongoing trial coverage, and insights into intriguing unsolved cases.
In conclusion, the legal saga involving Diddy and the serious allegations against him highlight the importance of addressing issues related to sex trafficking and misconduct. The upcoming trial will undoubtedly shed light on the complexities of such cases and the impact they have on all parties involved.