Overview

• Prosecutors asked Judge Arun Subramanian to impose a 135‑month term, citing the seriousness of the transportation‑for‑prostitution convictions and victim safety concerns.
• The defense urged a 14‑month sentence counting time served, arguing guidelines should not be inflated by acquitted conduct and highlighting Combs’ claimed rehabilitation.
• Combs filed a multi‑page letter apologizing, describing sobriety and personal change, and writing that “the old me died in jail,” with plans to address the court at sentencing.
• Victim impact statements, including from Cassie Ventura describing years of abuse and fear of retaliation, were submitted; a former assistant known as Mia is expected to speak.
• The judge denied motions for a new trial and acquittal and approved civilian clothing for the hearing, while Combs remains detained at Brooklyn’s MDC ahead of Friday’s proceeding.