Diddy Denied Bond: Reactions on Potential Prison Time and Future Prospects
Prosecutors plan to recommend a prison sentence of possibly more than four to five years for Combs, citing fraud and coercion as aggravating factors. They argue that his conviction for a crime of violence necessitates detention prior to sentencing unless the judge finds “clear and convincing evidence” against flight risk or danger. Furthermore, prosecutors maintain that Combs remains a threat to the community, referencing a recent assault and his possession of materials for a “freak-off” sex event. They also stated that they could not find a case in which a defendant was released from custody after such a conviction.
John Q. Hosedrinker