Diddy Verdict: Music Mogul Found Guilty on Two Counts, Acquitted on Major Charges

After weeks of courtroom drama and intense media scrutiny, the verdict in the highly publicized trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs has finally arrived. A Manhattan federal jury found the Bad Boy Records founder guilty on two lesser counts related to prostitution, while clearing him of the more serious charges tied to racketeering and sex trafficking as reported by Inner City Press.

Update: Sean Combs’ lawyers’ 6 page letter asking for release today on bail has just been docketed it – Inner City Press story on it coming; US Attorney’s Office letter is not in the docket as of 1:33 pm…
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⚖️ The Charges and Verdict Breakdown

The jury’s decision followed nearly two months of emotional testimony, explosive evidence, and fierce arguments from both sides. Here’s how the charges stacked up:

Charge	Verdict
Racketeering Conspiracy	Not Guilty
Sex Trafficking by Force, Fraud, or Coercion (2 counts)	Not Guilty
Transportation to Engage in Prostitution (2 counts)	Guilty

What Happens Next?

Sentencing Phase: Diddy is currently in custody as the court determines whether he will be granted bail before sentencing. Sentencing arguments are expected later this summer.
Ongoing Civil Suits: Over 100 civil lawsuits remain open against Combs, many of them alleging long-term abuse, workplace misconduct, and intimidation.
Reputation & Media Fallout: With several docuseries and exposés in development—including one led by 50 Cent—the public spotlight on Diddy’s past and present will continue.

Final Word

This split verdict may not have delivered the full conviction many expected, but it’s a historic moment in the intersection of hip hop, celebrity, and justice. Diddy’s legacy, business empire, and public image have all taken a hit, and the legal road ahead remains rocky.

As the dust settles, one thing is clear: the music industry is facing a reckoning, and the power dynamics that once shielded the elite are finally being put on trial.