Overview

• U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian in Manhattan sentenced Combs after a split July verdict that convicted him on two Mann Act counts and acquitted him of racketeering and sex trafficking.
• The four‑year‑two‑month term lands between the more than 11 years sought by prosecutors and the 14 months requested by the defense, with the probation office recommending roughly five to seven years.
• The court imposed the maximum $500,000 fine and noted Combs had not expressed remorse for the conduct of conviction, though he apologized in court for past violence and asked for mercy.
• No victims addressed the court at sentencing after a planned statement by a former assistant known as “Mia” did not occur; Casandra “Cassie” Ventura urged a tough sentence in a written statement describing ongoing fear and trauma.
• Prosecutors criticized Combs over planned speaking engagements, the defense presented a supportive video and dozens of letters, and the judge earlier denied bids for bail and for a new trial or acquittal.